US 75 over Drainage Ditch
FairSioux County, Iowa · 3.3 Mi. S of SR B58 · Structure no. 000000000048360
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,610
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 75 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 75 over Drainage Ditch in Sioux County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,610 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,610 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 75 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 75 over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US 75 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,610 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 75 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 75 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.