US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek
GoodDes Moines County, Iowa · 6.4 Mi. E of SR X30 · Structure no. 000000000607665
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 500 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,550
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek in Des Moines County, Iowa. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 3,550 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,550 by 2044. The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long and 43 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek carry?
About 3,550 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek?
The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 EB over X-31 & Long Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.