FM K-42 over Drainage
GoodPlymouth County, Iowa · 091460202 · Structure no. 000000000273211
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 748
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM K-42 over Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying FM K-42 over Drainage in Plymouth County, Iowa. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 748 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 748 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM K-42 over Drainage built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM K-42 over Drainage 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM K-42 over Drainage carry?
About 748 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM K-42 over Drainage?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns FM K-42 over Drainage?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.