US 61 over Drainage Ditch
GoodJackson County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. N of Jct. SR Y53 · Structure no. 000000000030160
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 61 over Drainage Ditch in Jackson County, Iowa. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 58 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,100 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US 61 over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 8,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 61 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.