FM over Possum Creek
GoodFremont County, Iowa · 069432601 · Structure no. 000000000160571
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 91
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Possum Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM over Possum Creek in Fremont 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 91 vehicles a day, projected to reach 91 by 2043. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Possum Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Possum 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Possum Creek carry?
About 91 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is FM over Possum Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Possum Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.