FM over Small Stream
GoodLouisa County, Iowa · 074053401 · Structure no. 000000000224375
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 690
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Small Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Small Stream in Louisa County, Iowa. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 690 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 690 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Small Stream built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Small Stream 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Small Stream carry?
About 690 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM over Small Stream?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Small Stream?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.