FM over Old Channel Des Moines R
GoodPalo Alto County, Iowa · 094311603 · Structure no. 000000000268691
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 179 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 669
- 2022 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 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 669 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 669 by 2043. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Old Channel Des Moines R 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Old Channel Des Moines R carry?
About 669 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM over Old Channel Des Moines R?
The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Old Channel Des Moines R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.