US 63 over Drainage Ditch
FairTama County, Iowa · 3.0 Miles S of JCT SR E29 · Structure no. 000000000600900
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,160
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 63 over Drainage Ditch in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,160 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,160 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 63 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,160 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 63 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.