US 34 over Crabapple Creek
FairMontgomery County, Iowa · 3.1 Mi. E of US 59 · Structure no. 000000000037510
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,030
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Crabapple Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 34 over Crabapple Creek in Montgomery 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 4,030 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,030 by 2044. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 over Crabapple Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 over Crabapple 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 34 over Crabapple Creek carry?
About 4,030 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Crabapple Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 over Crabapple Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.