FM over Des Moines River
GoodWapello County, Iowa · 071131006 · Structure no. 000000000330395
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 777 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Des Moines River in Wapello County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2043. The structure is 777 ft (236.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Des Moines River 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 Des Moines River carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Des Moines River?
The structure is 777 ft (236.8 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.