FM over Orange City Slough
FairSioux County, Iowa · 095442101 · Structure no. 000000000363585
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Orange City Slough is a steel culvert carrying FM over Orange City Slough in Sioux County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Orange City Slough built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Orange City Slough 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Orange City Slough carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Orange City Slough?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns FM over Orange City Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.