FM over North Skunk River
FairMarshall County, Iowa · 083202106 · Structure no. 000000000242970
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 628
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over North Skunk River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over North Skunk River in Marshall County, Iowa. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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.
It carries about 628 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 628 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over North Skunk River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over North 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM over North Skunk River carry?
About 628 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM over North Skunk River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over North Skunk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.