Walnut ST over Des Moines River

Poor Condition115 years old3,844 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyPolk
Location078240400
CarriesWalnut ST
CrossesDes Moines River
Coordinates41.58724, -93.61828

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck3 (Serious)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length503.0 ft (153.3 m)
Max Span75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Deck Width85.0 ft (25.9 m)
Deck Area3970.5 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1911 (reconstructed 1966)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,844 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number000000000003700

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