FM over West Creek
GoodWarren County, Iowa · 074242705 · Structure no. 000000000333221
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 278 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 499
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over West Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over West Creek in Warren County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 499 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 499 by 2043. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over West Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over West Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FM over West Creek carry?
About 499 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM over West Creek?
The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM over West Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.