US 218 over Drainage Ditch
GoodBremer County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. S of Jct. SR C50 · Structure no. 000000000700750
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 218 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 218 over Drainage Ditch in Bremer County, Iowa. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 18,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,700 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 218 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 218 over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does US 218 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 18,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 218 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 218 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.