FM K-18 over Broken Kettle Creek

Fair Condition47 years old490 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyPlymouth
Location091482706
CarriesFM K-18
CrossesBroken Kettle Creek
Coordinates42.67114, -96.50175

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length203.1 ft (61.9 m)
Max Span78.1 ft (23.8 m)
Deck Width32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Area606.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1979

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic490 (2019)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000273841

Nearby Bridges

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