US 6 over I-235
GoodPolk County, Iowa · At Jct. I-235 · Structure no. 000000000504520
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 302 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over I-235 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 over I-235 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 21,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,800 by 2044. The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long and 95 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over I-235 built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over I-235 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 over I-235 carry?
About 21,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over I-235?
The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long with a longest span of 163 ft (49.7 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over I-235?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.