FM-175th ST over Crane Creek
PoorPosted for loadHoward County, Iowa · 098123103 · Structure no. 000000000182270
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM-175th ST over Crane Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM-175th ST over Crane Creek in Howard County, Iowa. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 59 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2044. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 22 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM-175th ST over Crane Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM-175th ST over Crane Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FM-175th ST over Crane Creek carry?
About 59 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM-175th ST over Crane Creek?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns FM-175th ST over Crane Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.