FM over Williams Creek
FairPosted for loadAllamakee County, Iowa · 096050808 · Structure no. 000000000061280
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 132 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 589
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Williams Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Williams Creek in Allamakee County, Iowa. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 589 vehicles a day, projected to reach 589 by 2044. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Williams Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Williams Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Williams Creek carry?
About 589 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Williams Creek?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Williams Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.