US 63 over Salt Creek
FairTama County, Iowa · 2.4 Miles S of JCT Ia 96 · Structure no. 000000000600910
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,780
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Salt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 over Salt Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,780 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,780 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 over Salt Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 over Salt Creek carry?
About 2,780 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 63 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.