NB US 65 over US 6
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 1.0 Mile S of JCT I-80 · Structure no. 000000000601195
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 278 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NB US 65 over US 6 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB US 65 over US 6 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 10,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,300 by 2043. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 43 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NB US 65 over US 6 built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is NB US 65 over 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 2023.
How much traffic does NB US 65 over US 6 carry?
About 10,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is NB US 65 over US 6?
The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns NB US 65 over US 6?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.