FM over North River
GoodMadison County, Iowa · 077273607 · Structure no. 000000000234921
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 204 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 880
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over North River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over North River in Madison County, Iowa. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 880 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 880 by 2043. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 North River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over North River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM over North River carry?
About 880 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM over North River?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over North River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.