FM over Old Channel Des Moines R
PoorPosted for loadPalo Alto County, Iowa · 094310803 · Structure no. 000000000268640
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Old Channel Des Moines R is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Old Channel Des Moines R in Palo Alto County, Iowa. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46 by 2043. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Old Channel Des Moines R built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Old Channel Des Moines R in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Old Channel Des Moines R carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is FM over Old Channel Des Moines R?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Old Channel Des Moines R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.