FM over Creek
FairPosted for loadVan Buren County, Iowa · 068110702 · Structure no. 000000000328100
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Creek in Van Buren County, Iowa. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2003, 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 21 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is FM 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.