FM over West Des Moines River
GoodEmmet County, Iowa · 100343408 · Structure no. 000000000149211
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 213 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 709
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over West Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over West Des Moines River in Emmet County, Iowa. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 709 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 709 by 2044. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 West Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over West Des Moines 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM over West Des Moines River carry?
About 709 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is FM over West Des Moines River?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM over West Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.