FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River
FairHancock County, Iowa · 096231801 · Structure no. 000000000173760
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 210
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River in Hancock 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 210 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2044. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River carry?
About 210 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1920 260 ST over East Iowa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.