FM over I 35
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 4.5 Mi. N of Jct. Ia 2 · Structure no. 000000000022980
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 344 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over I 35 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over I 35 in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over I 35 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over I 35 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM over I 35 carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over I 35?
The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM over I 35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.