US 63 NB over Ia 137
GoodWapello County, Iowa · At Jct. Iowa 137 · Structure no. 000000000608800
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 201 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 NB over Ia 137 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 NB over Ia 137 in Wapello County, Iowa. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 4,750 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2042. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 NB over Ia 137 built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 NB over Ia 137 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 63 NB over Ia 137 carry?
About 4,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 63 NB over Ia 137?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 NB over Ia 137?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.