FM over Mosquito Creek
GoodDallas County, Iowa · 079293403 · Structure no. 000000000131891
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 145 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Mosquito Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Mosquito Creek in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 79 vehicles a day, projected to reach 79 by 2043. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 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 Mosquito Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Mosquito 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Mosquito Creek carry?
About 79 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Mosquito Creek?
The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Mosquito Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.