FM over Small
FairLee County, Iowa · 069042306 · Structure no. 000000000219381
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Small is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Small in Lee County, Iowa. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Small built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Small 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Small carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Small?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Small?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.