US Bridges

60th ST over Jordon Creek

Good

Polk County, Iowa · P60800590 · Structure no. 000000000504195

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,750
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

60th ST over Jordon Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 60th ST over Jordon Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 13,750 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,750 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries60th ST
CrossesJordon Creek
LocationP60800590
RouteCity Street 0
StateIowa
Coordinates41.57687, -93.79056
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,750 (2022)
Projected traffic13,750 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 60th ST over Jordon Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is 60th ST over Jordon 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does 60th ST over Jordon Creek carry?

About 13,750 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 60th ST over Jordon Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 60th ST over Jordon Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.