SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 078220903 · Structure no. 000000000280621
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 139 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 159
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 159 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 159 by 2044. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek 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 SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek carry?
About 159 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns SE 6th Ave over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.