FM over Middle Branch 102 River
FairTaylor County, Iowa · 070332103 · Structure no. 000000000323581
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 176 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 390
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Middle Branch 102 River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Middle Branch 102 River in Taylor 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 5 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 390 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2043. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Middle Branch 102 River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Middle Branch 102 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Middle Branch 102 River carry?
About 390 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM over Middle Branch 102 River?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Middle Branch 102 River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.