FM over Maple River
FairPosted for loadIda County, Iowa · 089391001 · Structure no. 000000000187335
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 204 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Maple River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Maple River in Ida County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2044. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Maple River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Maple River 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Maple River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Maple River?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Maple River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.