FM over Creek
FairBuena Vista County, Iowa · 091380502 · Structure no. 000000000085321
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 469
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM over Creek in Buena Vista County, Iowa. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 469 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 469 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 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 Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Creek carry?
About 469 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM over Creek?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.