US 34 over Silver Creek
GoodMills County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. W of Jct. SR L-63 · Structure no. 000000000035880
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Silver Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 over Silver Creek in Mills County, Iowa. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 60 years old, older 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2043. The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is US 34 over Silver 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 over Silver Creek carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 197 ft (59.9 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.