Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch
GoodCass County, Iowa · 0.6 Mi. E of S.R. N28 · Structure no. 000000000017461
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 82 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch in Cass County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 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 2,120 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 83 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,120 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 83 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.