FM over Branch Four Mile Creek
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 079230800 · Structure no. 000000000281222
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,571
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Branch Four Mile Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Branch Four Mile Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,571 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,571 by 2044. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Branch Four Mile Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Branch Four Mile Creek 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 over Branch Four Mile Creek carry?
About 2,571 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM over Branch Four Mile Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Branch Four Mile Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.