Local over Small Stream
FairTama County, Iowa · 085132301 · Structure no. 000000000319541
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 255
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Small Stream is a steel culvert carrying Local over Small Stream in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 255 vehicles a day, projected to reach 255 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 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 Local over Small Stream built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does Local over Small Stream carry?
About 255 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Small Stream?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Local over Small Stream?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.