FM over Branch Iowa River
GoodTama County, Iowa · 083140703 · Structure no. 000000000317771
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Branch Iowa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Branch Iowa River in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 550 vehicles a day, projected to reach 550 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Branch Iowa River built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Branch Iowa 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Branch Iowa River carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Branch Iowa River?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Branch Iowa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.