FM over Small
FairBenton County, Iowa · 085090403 · Structure no. 000000000072395
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 157
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Small is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Small in Benton 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 5 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 157 vehicles a day, projected to reach 157 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 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 over Small built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Small 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Small carry?
About 157 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Small?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Small?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.