EB US 6 over Goose Creek
GoodScott County, Iowa · 1.7 Mi. W of Jct. I-74 · Structure no. 000000000046821
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 116 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,050
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
EB US 6 over Goose Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying EB US 6 over Goose Creek in Scott 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 18,050 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,050 by 2042. The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was EB US 6 over Goose Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is EB US 6 over Goose 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does EB US 6 over Goose Creek carry?
About 18,050 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is EB US 6 over Goose Creek?
The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns EB US 6 over Goose Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.