FM over South Skunk River
GoodKeokuk County, Iowa · 074110308 · Structure no. 000000000209661
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 596 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South Skunk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over South Skunk River in Keokuk County, Iowa. It was built in 1982 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 43 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.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2044. The structure is 596 ft (181.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 South Skunk River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is FM over South Skunk River 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM over South Skunk River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM over South Skunk River?
The structure is 596 ft (181.7 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South Skunk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.