FM over Mcelhaney Creek
FairWoodbury County, Iowa · 089430502 · Structure no. 000000000354737
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 748
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Mcelhaney Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FM over Mcelhaney Creek in Woodbury County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 748 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 748 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Mcelhaney Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Mcelhaney 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Mcelhaney Creek carry?
About 748 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM over Mcelhaney Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM over Mcelhaney Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.