FM over Ashton Creek
FairIda County, Iowa · 089410304 · Structure no. 000000000187651
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Ashton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Ashton 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 6 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2043. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Ashton Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Ashton 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Ashton Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Ashton Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns FM over Ashton Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.