FM over Des Moines River

Poor Condition117 years old80 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyBoone
Location084272705
CarriesFM
CrossesDes Moines River
Coordinates42.06267, -93.97060

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck0 (Failed)
Superstructure0 (Failed)
Substructure0 (Failed)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length703.1 ft (214.3 m)
Max Span200.1 ft (61 m)
Deck Width16.4 ft (5 m)
Deck Area1071.5 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1909

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic80 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number000000000077850

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