FM over Weldon River
GoodDecatur County, Iowa · 068241602 · Structure no. 000000000136881
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 230 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Weldon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Weldon River in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2042. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Weldon River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Weldon River 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 2022.
How much traffic does FM over Weldon River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Weldon River?
The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Weldon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.