FM over Hamilton Creek
FairLucas County, Iowa · 071232201 · Structure no. 000000000225911
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Hamilton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Hamilton Creek in Lucas 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.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Hamilton Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Hamilton 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Hamilton Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Hamilton Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Hamilton Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.