FM C-44 over Small
FairPlymouth County, Iowa · 091452301 · Structure no. 000000000273041
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 190
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM C-44 over Small is a concrete culvert carrying FM C-44 over Small in Plymouth County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 190 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM C-44 over Small built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM C-44 over Small in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FM C-44 over Small carry?
About 190 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM C-44 over Small?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM C-44 over Small?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.