NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 1.6 Mi. E of Jct. U.S. 65 · Structure no. 000000000042061
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 312 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,975
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 5,975 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,975 by 2044. The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long and 80 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6 built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6 carry?
About 5,975 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6?
The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long with a longest span of 156 ft (47.5 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns NE 72nd ST over I-80 & US 6?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.