FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek
GoodCherokee County, Iowa · 092423203 · Structure no. 000000000109391
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 778
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek in Cherokee County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 778 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 778 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek carry?
About 778 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM-530th St. over Fiddle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.