US Bridges

US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib

Good

Adams County, Nebraska · In Hastings · Structure no. S034 21190

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,320
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 18,320 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,396 by 2038. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesUS34/US281
CrossesBig Blue R W Fk Trib
LocationIn Hastings
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.6126, -98.3832
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,320 (2018)
Projected traffic28,396 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib carry?

About 18,320 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US34/US281 over Big Blue R W Fk Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.