Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River
GoodAdams County, Iowa · 072352102 · Structure no. 000000000060161
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 294 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River in Adams County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River?
The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Fm-Birch Avenue over Middle Nodaway River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.