FM over Dd 98
GoodPalo Alto County, Iowa · 094323005 · Structure no. 000000000268831
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 709
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Dd 98 is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM over Dd 98 in Palo Alto County, Iowa. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 709 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 709 by 2043. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Dd 98 built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Dd 98 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 Dd 98 carry?
About 709 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM over Dd 98?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Dd 98?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.