FM over N. Fork Long Creek
FairWashington County, Iowa · 076071903 · Structure no. 000000000337135
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 230
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over N. Fork Long Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over N. Fork Long Creek in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 230 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 over N. Fork Long Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over N. Fork Long 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM over N. Fork Long Creek carry?
About 230 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM over N. Fork Long Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns FM over N. Fork Long Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.