6th AVE over Desmoines Rvr & Birdland
Good Condition60 years old14,033 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Polk |
| Location | 079243400 |
| Carries | 6th AVE |
| Crosses | Desmoines Rvr & Birdland |
| Coordinates | 41.61326, -93.62546 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 8 (Very Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 545.9 ft (166.4 m) |
| Max Span | 119.1 ft (36.3 m) |
| Deck Width | 62.0 ft (18.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 3145.0 sq m |
| Main Spans | 5 |
| Year Built | 1966 (reconstructed 2012) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 14,033 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 2% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
| Lanes Under Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 823 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | City/Municipal Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000004010 |