US Bridges

S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek

Good

Gage County, Nebraska · Wcl Pickrell · Structure no. SS34D00038

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,080
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek in Gage 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 1,080 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,458 by 2038. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesS34C Pickrell Spur
CrossesPossum Creek
LocationWcl Pickrell
RouteState Highway 0S34D
Coordinates40.378, -96.735
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,080 (2018)
Projected traffic1,458 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek built?

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

What condition is S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek carry?

About 1,080 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns S34C Pickrell Spur over Possum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.