FM over Van Zante Creek
FairMarion County, Iowa · 077180504 · Structure no. 000000000240851
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Van Zante Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Van Zante Creek in Marion County, Iowa. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 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 Van Zante Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Van Zante 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Van Zante Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Van Zante Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Van Zante Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.