FM over East Nishnabotna River
GoodAudubon County, Iowa · 079352701 · Structure no. 000000000067701
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 176 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over East Nishnabotna River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over East Nishnabotna River in Audubon County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2043. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over East Nishnabotna River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over East Nishnabotna 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM over East Nishnabotna River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is FM over East Nishnabotna River?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM over East Nishnabotna River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.