FM over South Big Creek
FairHenry County, Iowa · 072053601 · Structure no. 000000000180880
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South Big Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over South Big Creek in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 900 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 South Big Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over South Big 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 South Big Creek carry?
About 900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM over South Big Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South Big Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.