US Bridges

US 34 over Seven Mile Creek

Fair

Clarke County, Iowa · 2.3 Mi. W of Jct. SR R15 · Structure no. 000000000019992

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,040
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 34 over Seven Mile Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 34 over Seven Mile Creek in Clarke County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 3,040 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,040 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesUS 34
CrossesSeven Mile Creek
Location2.3 Mi. W of Jct. SR R15
RouteU.S. Route 34
StateIowa
Coordinates41.02693, -94.00116
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,040 (2022)
Projected traffic3,040 by 2044
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 34 over Seven Mile Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 34 over Seven Mile Creek 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 34 over Seven Mile Creek carry?

About 3,040 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 34 over Seven Mile Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 34 over Seven Mile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.