FM over South English River
PoorPosted for loadPoweshiek County, Iowa · 078142002 · Structure no. 000000000291401
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South English River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying FM over South English River in Poweshiek County, Iowa. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over South English River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over South English River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does FM over South English River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over South English River?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South English River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.