US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. E of Jct. I-235 · Structure no. 000000000040441
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 218 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 14,600 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,600 by 2044. The structure is 218 ft (66.3 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail carry?
About 14,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail?
The structure is 218 ft (66.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Four Mile Creek & Trail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.