Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53
GoodPocahontas County, Iowa · 2.3 Mi. E of Ia 4 · Structure no. 000000000040121
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,390
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53 in Pocahontas County, Iowa. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 41 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 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 2,390 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,390 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53 built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53 carry?
About 2,390 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).
Who owns Ia 3 over Drainage Ditch 53?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.