US 6 over Middle Silver Creek
FairPottawattamie County, Iowa · 2.0 Mi. E of W JCT SR L55 · Structure no. 000000000043261
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,820
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Middle Silver Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 6 over Middle Silver Creek in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,820 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,820 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Middle Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over Middle Silver Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US 6 over Middle Silver Creek carry?
About 2,820 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Middle Silver Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 6 over Middle Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.