US 151 over Drainage Ditch
FairJones County, Iowa · 1.7 Mi. N of Jct. Ia 1 · Structure no. 000000000032210
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 151 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 151 over Drainage Ditch in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 61 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 14,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,100 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US 151 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US 151 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 151 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 14,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 151 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 151 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.