US Bridges

US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River

Good

Dundy County, Nebraska · 1S Benkelman · Structure no. S034 02922

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
367 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,385
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River in Dundy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 87 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 1,385 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,731 by 2038. The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).

CarriesUS34/N61
CrossesN Fk Republican River
Location1S Benkelman
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.0343, -101.5431
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length367 ft (111.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,385 (2018)
Projected traffic1,731 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed99.4 mi (160 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is US34/N61 over N Fk Republican 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River carry?

About 1,385 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River?

The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US34/N61 over N Fk Republican River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.