US Bridges

86th ST over N Walnut Creek

Fair

Polk County, Iowa · O62400495 · Structure no. 000000000011460

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,687
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

86th ST over N Walnut Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 86th ST over N Walnut Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 19,687 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,687 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long.

Carries86th ST
CrossesN Walnut Creek
LocationO62400495
RouteCity Street 0
StateIowa
Coordinates41.62359, -93.73652
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating23.9 US tons
Inventory rating18.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,687 (2022)
Projected traffic19,687 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 86th ST over N Walnut Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is 86th ST over N Walnut 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does 86th ST over N Walnut Creek carry?

About 19,687 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 86th ST over N Walnut Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns 86th ST over N Walnut Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.