FM over Upper Iowa River
PoorPosted for loadWinneshiek County, Iowa · 100102105 · Structure no. 000000000349860
- Built
- 1913
- 112 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 152 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 39
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Upper Iowa River is a steel truss - thru carrying FM over Upper Iowa River in Winneshiek County, Iowa. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 39 vehicles a day, projected to reach 39 by 2044. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Upper Iowa River built?
It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Upper Iowa River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does FM over Upper Iowa River carry?
About 39 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Upper Iowa River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Upper Iowa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.