US 52 over Drainage Ditch
FairDubuque County, Iowa · 2.7 Mi. N of Jct. SR C64 · Structure no. 000000000024191
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,860
- 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 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 2,860 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,860 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 1985, making it 40 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,860 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 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.