FM over Wapsipinicon River
GoodChickasaw County, Iowa · 097142903 · Structure no. 000000000113451
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 246 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Wapsipinicon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Wapsipinicon River in Chickasaw County, Iowa. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 29 vehicles a day, projected to reach 29 by 2043. The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Wapsipinicon River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Wapsipinicon 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Wapsipinicon River carry?
About 29 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Wapsipinicon River?
The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Wapsipinicon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.