US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch
FairHarrison County, Iowa · 2.2 Mi. E of SR F32 · Structure no. 000000000027511
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 73 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,090
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch in Harrison County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 3,090 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,090 by 2043. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 30 over Powley Drain 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch carry?
About 3,090 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch?
The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 30 over Powley Drain Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.