US 69 over Drainage Ditch
FairHamilton County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. N of N Jct. 175 · Structure no. 000000000026421
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 114 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,620
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 69 over Drainage Ditch in Hamilton County, Iowa. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 1,620 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,620 by 2042. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 69 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,620 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.