FM over Ditch
GoodPlymouth County, Iowa · 090431101 · Structure no. 000000000270561
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 290
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM over Ditch in Plymouth County, Iowa. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 290 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Ditch built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Ditch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Ditch carry?
About 290 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is FM over Ditch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.