FM over W Fork Grand River
FairPosted for loadRinggold County, Iowa · 069301901 · Structure no. 000000000297300
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 179 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over W Fork Grand River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over W Fork Grand River in Ringgold County, Iowa. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2043. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over W Fork Grand River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over W Fork Grand River 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does FM over W Fork Grand River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over W Fork Grand River?
The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns FM over W Fork Grand River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.