US 34 over Little White Breast Ck
FairLucas County, Iowa · 2.5 Mi. W of Jct. SR S56 · Structure no. 000000000034340
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 129 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,080
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Little White Breast Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 34 over Little White Breast Ck in Lucas County, Iowa. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 3,080 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,080 by 2042. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 over Little White Breast Ck built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 over Little White Breast Ck 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does US 34 over Little White Breast Ck carry?
About 3,080 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Little White Breast Ck?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 over Little White Breast Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.