US 34 over Drainage Ditch
FairClarke County, Iowa · 2.4 Mi. E of Jct. SR R15 · Structure no. 000000000019994
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,630
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 34 over Drainage Ditch 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 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 3,630 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,630 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 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 34 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,630 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 34 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 34 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.