E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 079233000 · Structure no. 000000000505050
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,823
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,823 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,823 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch carry?
About 1,823 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns E Ovid Avenue over 7th Ward Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.