FM over North Racoon River
FairPosted for loadCarroll County, Iowa · 085330801 · Structure no. 000000000095930
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 210 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 71
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over North Racoon River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over North Racoon River in Carroll County, Iowa. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 71 vehicles a day, projected to reach 71 by 2044. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 North Racoon River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over North Racoon 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM over North Racoon River carry?
About 71 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over North Racoon River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns FM over North Racoon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.