FM over W Fork Battle Creek
GoodPosted for loadIda County, Iowa · 088412201 · Structure no. 000000000187111
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over W Fork Battle Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over W Fork Battle Creek in Ida County, Iowa. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over W Fork Battle Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over W Fork Battle 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM over W Fork Battle Creek carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over W Fork Battle Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over W Fork Battle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.