US 65 over Drainage Ditch
GoodStory County, Iowa · 2.9 Miles N of JCT US 30 · Structure no. 000000000048906
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,110
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 65 over Drainage Ditch in Story County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,110 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,110 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 65 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 65 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,110 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 65 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 65 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.