FM over Whiskey Creek
FairO'Brien County, Iowa · 094413201 · Structure no. 000000000259271
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 159
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Whiskey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM over Whiskey Creek in O'Brien County, Iowa. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 159 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 159 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long.
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 Whiskey Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Whiskey 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Whiskey Creek carry?
About 159 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is FM over Whiskey Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns FM over Whiskey Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.