US Bridges

US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha River

Good

Cass County, Nebraska · 11E Eagle · Structure no. S034 35011

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
66 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,670
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha River in Cass County, Nebraska. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 64 years old, older 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 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 2,670 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,872 by 2038. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS34
CrossesN Fk Little Nemaha River
Location11E Eagle
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.8128, -96.2232
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,670 (2018)
Projected traffic3,872 by 2038
Trucks19%
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 N Fk Little Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha River carry?

About 2,670 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha River?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US34 over N Fk Little Nemaha River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.