US 61 over Branch Smith Creek

Fair Condition99 years old4,430 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyDes Moines
Location3.7 Mi. N Of SR H-38
CarriesUS 61
CrossesBranch Smith Creek
Coordinates41.06041, -91.17578

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Width48.6 ft (14.8 m)
Deck Area162.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1927 (reconstructed 1960)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,430 (2022)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number000000000023500

Nearby Bridges

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