Merino Ave over Drainage
GoodMahaska County, Iowa · 074150704 · Structure no. 000000000235461
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merino Ave over Drainage is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Merino Ave over Drainage in Mahaska County, Iowa. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merino Ave over Drainage built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merino Ave 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Merino Ave over Drainage carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Merino Ave over Drainage?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Merino Ave over Drainage?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.