US 6 over Cow Creek
FairScott County, Iowa · 0.6 Mi. W of Jct. I-74 · Structure no. 000000000046840
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Cow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 6 over Cow Creek in Scott County, Iowa. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 89 years old, older 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 28,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is US 6 over Cow 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 over Cow Creek carry?
About 28,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Cow Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 6 over Cow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.