FM over Big Cedar Creek
GoodHenry County, Iowa · 071070806 · Structure no. 000000000180631
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 288 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Big Cedar Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Big Cedar Creek in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2043. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Big Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Big Cedar 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Big Cedar Creek carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Big Cedar Creek?
The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Big Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.