FM RD M56 over Small Stream
FairShelby County, Iowa · 080380302 · Structure no. 000000000306181
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM RD M56 over Small Stream is a concrete culvert carrying FM RD M56 over Small Stream in Shelby County, Iowa. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM RD M56 over Small Stream built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM RD M56 over Small Stream 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does FM RD M56 over Small Stream carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM RD M56 over Small Stream?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns FM RD M56 over Small Stream?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.