FM over Little Flint Creek
GoodDes Moines County, Iowa · 070031706 · Structure no. 000000000143161
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Little Flint Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Little Flint Creek in Des Moines County, Iowa. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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.
It carries about 160 vehicles a day, projected to reach 160 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Little Flint Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Little Flint 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Little Flint Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Little Flint Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns FM over Little Flint Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.