US 52 over Drainage Ditch
FairDubuque County, Iowa · 7.4 MI S of JCT US 61/151 · Structure no. 000000000023890
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,340
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 52 over Drainage Ditch in Dubuque County, Iowa. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 3,340 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,340 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,340 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 52 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.