FM over Rat Creek
FairLyon County, Iowa · 098431301 · Structure no. 000000000228011
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 399
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Rat Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Rat Creek in Lyon County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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.
It carries about 399 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 399 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Rat Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Rat 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Rat Creek carry?
About 399 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is FM over Rat Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Rat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.