Mlk WB over Des Moines River

Good Condition16 years old4,079 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyPolk
Location078240800
CarriesMlk WB
CrossesDes Moines River
Coordinates41.58236, -93.61356

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length694.9 ft (211.8 m)
Max Span122.0 ft (37.2 m)
Deck Width52.2 ft (15.9 m)
Deck Area3367.6 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built2010

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,079 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000505030

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