US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R
FairAdams County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. W of JCT.148 · Structure no. 000000000013320
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 831 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,970
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R in Adams County, Iowa. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 2,970 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,970 by 2042. The structure is 831 ft (253.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R carry?
About 2,970 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R?
The structure is 831 ft (253.3 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 over E Nodaway River & BNSF R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.