FM over Branch of Prairie Creek
GoodBenton County, Iowa · 083112502 · Structure no. 000000000364125
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,220
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Branch of Prairie Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Branch of Prairie Creek in Benton County, Iowa. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,220 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,220 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Branch of Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Branch of Prairie Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Branch of Prairie Creek carry?
About 1,220 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM over Branch of Prairie Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Branch of Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.