US 63 over Brown Creek
FairWapello County, Iowa · 1.9 Mi. S of Jct. Ia 137 · Structure no. 000000000050791
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Brown Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 over Brown Creek in Wapello County, Iowa. It was built in 1988 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 5 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 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,100 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over Brown Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is US 63 over Brown 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 63 over Brown Creek carry?
About 10,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Brown Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 63 over Brown Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.