FM 160th ST over Creek
FairUnion County, Iowa · 072300503 · Structure no. 000000000325860
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 160th ST over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM 160th ST over Creek in Union County, Iowa. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 160th ST over Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 160th ST over 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does FM 160th ST over Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM 160th ST over Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 160th ST over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.