US 61 over US 34
FairDes Moines County, Iowa · At Jct. U.S. 34 · Structure no. 000000000602870
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 256 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over US 34 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over US 34 in Des Moines County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 16,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,700 by 2043. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over US 34 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over US 34 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over US 34 carry?
About 16,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over US 34?
The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over US 34?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.