FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck
FairPosted for loadCedar County, Iowa · 079012603 · Structure no. 000000000101591
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck in Cedar County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 load restriction.
It carries about 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2043. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Br Big Elkhorn Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.