US 63 over Wolf Creek
GoodTama County, Iowa · 0.4 Mile North of Ia 8 · Structure no. 000000000049631
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 251 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,170
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Wolf Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 over Wolf Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,170 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,170 by 2042. The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 over Wolf Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does US 63 over Wolf Creek carry?
About 4,170 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.