FM over Farmers Ditch
GoodWoodbury County, Iowa · 086460301 · Structure no. 000000000351121
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 168 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Farmers Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Farmers Ditch in Woodbury County, Iowa. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Farmers Ditch built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Farmers Ditch 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does FM over Farmers Ditch carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Farmers Ditch?
The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Farmers Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.