US 65 over Drainage Ditch
GoodJasper County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. S of Jct. Ia 117 · Structure no. 000000000030531
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 over Drainage Ditch in Jasper County, Iowa. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 47 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,100 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 65 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US 65 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 65 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 11,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 65 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 65 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.