FM over Little River
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 069250601 · Structure no. 000000000137901
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 428
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Little River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Little River in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 428 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 428 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 Little River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Little 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Little River carry?
About 428 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM over Little River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Little River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.