FM over Big Cedar River Creek
FairPosted for loadHenry County, Iowa · 070071702 · Structure no. 000000000180170
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Big Cedar River Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Big Cedar River Creek in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2043. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Big Cedar River Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Big Cedar River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Big Cedar River Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Big Cedar River Creek?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Big Cedar River Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.