US Bridges

US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR

Fair

Lucas County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. E of Jct. Ia 14 · Structure no. 000000000034310

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
632 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
3,160
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR in Lucas County, Iowa. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,160 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,160 by 2043. The structure is 632 ft (192.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 34
CrossesRussell Blvd BNSF UP RR
Location0.4 Mi. E of Jct. Ia 14
RouteU.S. Route 34
CountyLucas County
StateIowa
Coordinates41.00472, -93.30294
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length632 ft (192.6 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,160 (2022)
Projected traffic3,160 by 2043
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR carry?

About 3,160 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR?

The structure is 632 ft (192.6 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 34 over Russell Blvd BNSF UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.