FM over Aldrich Creek
FairIda County, Iowa · 087412804 · Structure no. 000000000186510
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 429
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Aldrich Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Aldrich Creek in Ida County, Iowa. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 429 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 429 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Aldrich Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Aldrich 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Aldrich Creek carry?
About 429 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM over Aldrich Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns FM over Aldrich Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.