FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek
FairGrundy County, Iowa · 088172704 · Structure no. 000000000165161
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek in Grundy County, Iowa. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 6 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 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek 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 Branch Blackhawk Creek carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Branch Blackhawk Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.