Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch
FairHenry County, Iowa · 5.6 Mi. E of E JCT US 218 · Structure no. 000000000028580
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1952
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1952, so it is 94 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.
What condition is Ia 78 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 78 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.