Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch
GoodOsceola County, Iowa · 1.9 Mi. E of US 59 · Structure no. 000000000038491
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,020
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch in Osceola County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, 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 2,020 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,020 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 9 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,020 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 9 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.