FM over Whippoorwill Creek
FairMonroe County, Iowa · 073192203 · Structure no. 000000000254031
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Whippoorwill Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Whippoorwill Creek in Monroe County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 32 ft wide. 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Whippoorwill Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Whippoorwill 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Whippoorwill Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Whippoorwill Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Whippoorwill Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.