FM over Small Un-Named Creek
FairPosted for loadO'Brien County, Iowa · 097391202 · Structure no. 000000000261550
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Small Un-Named Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Small Un-Named Creek in O'Brien County, Iowa. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Small Un-Named Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Small Un-Named 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Small Un-Named Creek carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Small Un-Named Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Small Un-Named Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.