FM T-43 over S Skunk River
FairMahaska County, Iowa · 076171206 · Structure no. 000000000237601
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 451 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM T-43 over S Skunk River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM T-43 over S Skunk River in Mahaska County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2043. The structure is 451 ft (137.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM T-43 over S Skunk River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM T-43 over S Skunk River 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FM T-43 over S Skunk River carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM T-43 over S Skunk River?
The structure is 451 ft (137.5 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM T-43 over S Skunk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.