FM over Bear Creek Branch
FairGrundy County, Iowa · 087183201 · Structure no. 000000000164550
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 98
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Bear Creek Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Bear Creek Branch in Grundy County, Iowa. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 98 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 98 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Bear Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Bear Creek Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Bear Creek Branch carry?
About 98 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM over Bear Creek Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns FM over Bear Creek Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.