FM over Short Creek

Poor Condition97 years old15 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyDecatur
Location070263206
CarriesFM
CrossesShort Creek
Coordinates40.82309, -93.87121

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length73.2 ft (22.3 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Deck Area169.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1929 (reconstructed 1975)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000138951

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