US Bridges

Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2

Good

Polk County, Iowa · 080233600 · Structure no. 000000000505655

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 14 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

CarriesChayse ST SW
CrossesDitch Number 2
Location080233600
RouteCity Street 0
StateIowa
Coordinates41.69899, -93.47702
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.2 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14 (2021)
Projected traffic14 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2 built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2 carry?

About 14 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Chayse ST SW over Ditch Number 2?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.