US Bridges

US34 over Stove Creek

Fair

Cass County, Nebraska · 7E Eagle · Structure no. S034 34577

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,670
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Stove Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Stove Creek in Cass County, Nebraska. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 92 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 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 3,670 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,689 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS34
CrossesStove Creek
Location7E Eagle
RouteU.S. Route 34
CountyCass County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8125, -96.3061
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,670 (2018)
Projected traffic5,689 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 over Stove Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US34 over Stove 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US34 over Stove Creek carry?

About 3,670 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Stove Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US34 over Stove Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.