FM over North Raccoon River
FairDallas County, Iowa · 081280801 · Structure no. 000000000132535
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 416 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 139
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over North Raccoon River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over North Raccoon River in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 139 vehicles a day, projected to reach 139 by 2043. The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over North Raccoon River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over North 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 2022.
How much traffic does FM over North Raccoon River carry?
About 139 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over North Raccoon River?
The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM over North Raccoon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.