FM over Salt Creek
FairDavis County, Iowa · 070121705 · Structure no. 000000000135211
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Salt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Salt Creek in Davis County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Salt Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Salt Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is FM over Salt Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.