FM over Little Maple River
FairBuena Vista County, Iowa · 090381001 · Structure no. 000000000084681
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 848
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Little Maple River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Little Maple River in Buena Vista County, Iowa. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6 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 848 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 848 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Little Maple River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Little Maple River 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does FM over Little Maple River carry?
About 848 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM over Little Maple River?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Little Maple River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.