US Bridges

US6/US34 over Republican River Trib

Good

Furnas County, Nebraska · 3E Holbrook · Structure no. S006 12326

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
77 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,475
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6/US34 over Republican River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US6/US34 over Republican River Trib in Furnas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 2,475 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,465 by 2038. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS6/US34
CrossesRepublican River Trib
Location3E Holbrook
RouteU.S. Route 6
Coordinates40.3068, -99.9574
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.4 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,475 (2018)
Projected traffic3,465 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 US6/US34 over Republican River Trib built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is US6/US34 over Republican River 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US6/US34 over Republican River Trib carry?

About 2,475 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US6/US34 over Republican River Trib?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m).

Who owns US6/US34 over Republican River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.