Ia 3 over Shell Rock River

Fair Condition59 years old3,540 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyButler
Location0.1 Mi. W Of Shell Rock
CarriesIa 3
CrossesShell Rock River
Coordinates42.72275, -92.58570

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length465.9 ft (142 m)
Max Span101.0 ft (30.8 m)
Deck Width36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Area1,562 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1967

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,540 (2022)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000016560

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