US 34 over Drainage
FairHenry County, Iowa · 2.1 Mi. W of Jct. SR W-55 · Structure no. 000000000601720
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Drainage is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 34 over Drainage in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 69 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US 34 over Drainage 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 34 over Drainage carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 34 over Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.