FM over South Raccoon River
FairDallas County, Iowa · 078272106 · Structure no. 000000000131241
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 407 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 170
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South Raccoon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over South Raccoon River in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 170 vehicles a day, projected to reach 170 by 2043. The structure is 407 ft (124.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over South Raccoon River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over South Raccoon River 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FM over South Raccoon River carry?
About 170 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over South Raccoon River?
The structure is 407 ft (124.1 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South Raccoon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.