US 34 over Drainage Ditch
FairMills County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. E of Jct. SR L63 · Structure no. 000000000035910
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,260
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 34 over Drainage Ditch in Mills County, Iowa. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,260 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,260 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 Ditch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 over Drainage Ditch 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 4,260 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 34 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.