US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River
GoodHall County, Nebraska · 0S Grand Island Intrchg · Structure no. S034 22610
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 167 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,080
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River in Hall County, Nebraska. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 65 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 15,080 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,620 by 2038. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US34/US281 over M Ch Platte 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River carry?
About 15,080 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River?
The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.
Who owns US34/US281 over M Ch Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.