FM over Branch Des Moines River
GoodWapello County, Iowa · 072131701 · Structure no. 000000000331290
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Branch Des Moines River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Branch Des Moines River in Wapello County, Iowa. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Branch Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Branch Des Moines River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FM over Branch Des Moines River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM over Branch Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.