FM over South River
GoodClarke County, Iowa · 073260505 · Structure no. 000000000115261
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South River is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM over South River in Clarke County, Iowa. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 South River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over South 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM over South River carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over South River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.