EB US 34 over BNSF RR
GoodDes Moines County, Iowa · 0.3 Mi. W of Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000600840
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 201 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,450
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
EB US 34 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying EB US 34 over BNSF RR 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 5,450 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,450 by 2043. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was EB US 34 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is EB US 34 over BNSF RR 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does EB US 34 over BNSF RR carry?
About 5,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is EB US 34 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns EB US 34 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.