FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River
FairAdams County, Iowa · 071340735 · Structure no. 000000000059081
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River in Adams County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 79 vehicles a day, projected to reach 79 by 2044. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River carry?
About 79 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM-240th Street over East Nodaway River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.