IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek
FairTama County, Iowa · 082153101 · Structure no. 000000000317151
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 54 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 304
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 304 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 304 by 2043. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).
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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 IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek carry?
About 304 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns IRR FM over Branch of Richland Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.