FM over W Fork Grand River
GoodRinggold County, Iowa · 068301905 · Structure no. 000000000296311
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 216 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 71
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over W Fork Grand River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over W Fork Grand River in Ringgold County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 71 vehicles a day, projected to reach 71 by 2043. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over W Fork Grand River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over W Fork Grand River 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does FM over W Fork Grand River carry?
About 71 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over W Fork Grand River?
The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM over W Fork Grand River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.