FM over Soldier River
GoodCrawford County, Iowa · 085412001 · Structure no. 000000000130920
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 627
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Soldier River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Soldier River in Crawford County, Iowa. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 68 years old, older 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 627 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 627 by 2044. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 33 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Soldier River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is FM over Soldier 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Soldier River carry?
About 627 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM over Soldier River?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Soldier River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.