US Bridges

US34 over Sand Canyon

Fair

Dundy County, Nebraska · 3E Haigler · Structure no. S034 01024

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
690
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Sand Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Sand Canyon in Dundy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 88 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 690 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 863 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 149.1 mi (240 km).

CarriesUS34
CrossesSand Canyon
Location3E Haigler
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.0203, -101.8823
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic690 (2018)
Projected traffic863 by 2038
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed149.1 mi (240 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 Sand Canyon built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is US34 over Sand Canyon 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US34 over Sand Canyon carry?

About 690 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Sand Canyon?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US34 over Sand Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.