Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek
FairHarrison County, Iowa · 2.6 Mi. E of Jct. US 30 · Structure no. 000000000027641
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek in Harrison County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 800 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 44 over Branch Six Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.