FM over Little Whitebreast Creek
FairPosted for loadLucas County, Iowa · 073213201 · Structure no. 000000000227360
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Little Whitebreast Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Little Whitebreast Creek in Lucas County, Iowa. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6 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 load restriction.
It carries about 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2044. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Little Whitebreast Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Little Whitebreast 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 Little Whitebreast Creek carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Little Whitebreast Creek?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Little Whitebreast Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.