US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path
FairPolk County, Iowa · 1.1 MI W of W JCT Ia 28 · Structure no. 000000000040390
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 20,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,500 by 2042. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 N Walnut Creek&bike Path built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path carry?
About 20,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over N Walnut Creek&bike Path?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.