Balsam Ave over DD#32
GoodFranklin County, Iowa · 091221702 · Structure no. 000000000362595
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Balsam Ave over DD#32 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Balsam Ave over DD#32 in Franklin County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Balsam Ave over DD#32 built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Balsam Ave over DD#32 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does Balsam Ave over DD#32 carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Balsam Ave over DD#32?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Balsam Ave over DD#32?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.