Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch
FairClay County, Iowa · 3.2 Mi. W of Jct. SR M36 · Structure no. 000000000020420
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch in Clay County, Iowa. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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 Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 10 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Ia 10 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.