FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River
FairPosted for loadKossuth County, Iowa · 096281704 · Structure no. 000000000215231
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 229 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2043. The structure is 229 ft (69.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River?
The structure is 229 ft (69.7 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM 140th Ave over E Fork Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.