US 6 over Big Bear Creek

Fair Condition52 years old1,790 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyIowa
Location1.0 Mi. W Of Jct. Ia #212
CarriesUS 6
CrossesBig Bear Creek
Coordinates41.78534, -92.09237

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length366.1 ft (111.6 m)
Max Span82.0 ft (25 m)
Deck Width47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Area1618.2 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1974

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,790 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000029341

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