US 6 over Cedar River
FairMuscatine County, Iowa · 3.6 Mi. W of Jct. Iowa 38 · Structure no. 000000000037861
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,036 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,770
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Cedar River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 over Cedar River in Muscatine County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 1,770 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,770 by 2042. The structure is 1,036 ft (315.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Cedar River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over Cedar River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 6 over Cedar River carry?
About 1,770 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Cedar River?
The structure is 1,036 ft (315.8 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Cedar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.