FM over South Otter Creek
FairPosted for loadLucas County, Iowa · 073233401 · Structure no. 000000000227910
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South Otter Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM over South Otter Creek in Lucas County, Iowa. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 load restriction.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2043. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 South Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over South Otter 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM over South Otter Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over South Otter Creek?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.