US 34 over Bear Creek
GoodWapello County, Iowa · 2.1 Mi. W of Jct. Ia 149 · Structure no. 000000000050441
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 155 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 over Bear Creek in Wapello County, Iowa. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2044. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 over Bear 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 34 over Bear Creek carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 34 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.