FM over Des Moines River

Poor Condition71 years old709 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyBoone
Location085271403
CarriesFM
CrossesDes Moines River
Coordinates42.16812, -93.96661

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length574.1 ft (175 m)
Max Span103.0 ft (31.4 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area1767.5 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1955 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic709 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000078350

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