FM over Waterman Creek
GoodO'Brien County, Iowa · 097400102 · Structure no. 000000000261650
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 309
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Waterman Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Waterman Creek in O'Brien County, Iowa. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1995, 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 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 309 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 309 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Waterman Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is FM over Waterman Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Waterman Creek carry?
About 309 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is FM over Waterman Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns FM over Waterman Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.