FM over Hog Branch
GoodTaylor County, Iowa · 069321001 · Structure no. 000000000322341
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 499
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Hog Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Hog Branch in Taylor County, Iowa. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 499 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 499 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Hog Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Hog Branch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Hog Branch carry?
About 499 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM over Hog Branch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Hog Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.