FM over Short Creek
GoodPosted for loadDecatur County, Iowa · 070271303 · Structure no. 000000000139061
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Short Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Short Creek 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2043. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Short Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Short Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Short Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Short Creek?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Short Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.