US 6 over Silver Creek
FairScott County, Iowa · 2.2 Mi. W of Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000046811
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Silver Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 6 over Silver Creek in Scott County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 22,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,700 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over 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 Silver Creek carry?
About 22,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.