US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River
GoodWapello County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. E of W Jct. US 63 · Structure no. 000000000700150
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 776 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River in Wapello County, Iowa. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,300 by 2043. The structure is 776 ft (236.5 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 & 63 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River carry?
About 14,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 776 ft (236.5 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 & 63 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.