WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave
GoodDes Moines County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. W of Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000600830
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 164 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,550
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave in Des Moines 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 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 6,550 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,550 by 2044. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave carry?
About 6,550 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns WB US 34 over W Burlington Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.