Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch
GoodButler County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. N of Jct. SR T64 · Structure no. 000000000016760
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 490
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch in Butler County, Iowa. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 490 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 490 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 188 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 490 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 188 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.