US 34 over Douglas Creek
FairMills County, Iowa · 0.7 Mi. E of W JCT SR H34 · Structure no. 000000000035950
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,290
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Douglas Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 over Douglas Creek 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 4,290 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,290 by 2043. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Douglas Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 over Douglas Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 over Douglas Creek carry?
About 4,290 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Douglas Creek?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 over Douglas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.