FM over South Chariton River
GoodWayne County, Iowa · 069201006 · Structure no. 000000000339660
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 282 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 310
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over South Chariton River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over South Chariton River in Wayne County, Iowa. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 56 years old, older 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 310 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2043. The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 South Chariton River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is FM over South Chariton 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does FM over South Chariton River carry?
About 310 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is FM over South Chariton River?
The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over South Chariton River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.