FM over Otter Creek
FairTama County, Iowa · 083140604 · Structure no. 000000000362520
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 128
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Otter Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 128 vehicles a day, projected to reach 128 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Otter 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 FM over Otter Creek carry?
About 128 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Otter Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.