Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch
GoodCedar County, Iowa · 1 Mi. N. of US 30 · Structure no. 000000000018371
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,360
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch in Cedar County, Iowa. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 1,360 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,360 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10 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 Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 38 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,360 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 38 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.