I-80 over Drainage Ditch
FairAdair County, Iowa · 2.7 Mi. W of Jct. Ia 25 · Structure no. 000000000013180
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-80 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-80 over Drainage Ditch in Adair County, Iowa. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 24,800 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,800 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.
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 I-80 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-80 over Drainage Ditch 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does I-80 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 24,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is I-80 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-80 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.