FM over Snow Creek
GoodOsceola County, Iowa · 100421004 · Structure no. 000000000263831
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 279
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Snow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Snow Creek in Osceola County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 279 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 279 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Snow Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Snow 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Snow Creek carry?
About 279 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is FM over Snow Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Snow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.