FM over West Fork Cedar River
GoodButler County, Iowa · 091163402 · Structure no. 000000000087771
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 663 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over West Fork Cedar River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over West Fork Cedar River in Butler County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 650 vehicles a day, projected to reach 650 by 2043. The structure is 663 ft (202.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over West Fork Cedar River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over West Fork Cedar 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM over West Fork Cedar River carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is FM over West Fork Cedar River?
The structure is 663 ft (202.1 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over West Fork Cedar River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.