US 169 over Drainage
GoodKossuth County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. S of SR B14 · Structure no. 000000000700125
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,140
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Drainage is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 169 over Drainage in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 66 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 2,140 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,140 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Drainage built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 169 over Drainage 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over Drainage carry?
About 2,140 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 169 over Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.