FM over Branch Iowa River
FairTama County, Iowa · 084161801 · Structure no. 000000000319291
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 962
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Branch Iowa River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Branch Iowa River in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 962 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 962 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 over Branch Iowa River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Branch Iowa 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does FM over Branch Iowa River carry?
About 962 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM over Branch Iowa River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Branch Iowa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.