FM over English River
GoodWashington County, Iowa · 077090302 · Structure no. 000000000337901
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 326 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 270
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over English River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over English River in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 270 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2043. The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 English River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over English 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM over English River carry?
About 270 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM over English River?
The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over English River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.