US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow
FairDallas County, Iowa · 0.6 Mi. E of E JCT US 169 · Structure no. 000000000021821
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 48 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 9,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,400 by 2042. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow carry?
About 9,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Raccoon River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.