FM over Ocheyedan River
GoodO'Brien County, Iowa · 097391201 · Structure no. 000000000261521
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 227 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Ocheyedan River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Ocheyedan River in O'Brien County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Ocheyedan River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Ocheyedan River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2022.
How much traffic does FM over Ocheyedan River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Ocheyedan River?
The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Ocheyedan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.