US Bridges

US34 over Lincoln Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Nebraska · 11W Aurora · Structure no. S034 23960

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,605
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Lincoln Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Lincoln Creek in Hamilton County, Nebraska. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 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 4,605 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,447 by 2038. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS34
CrossesLincoln Creek
Location11W Aurora
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.8723, -98.2279
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,605 (2018)
Projected traffic6,447 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US34 over Lincoln Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US34 over Lincoln 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 2021.

How much traffic does US34 over Lincoln Creek carry?

About 4,605 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Lincoln Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US34 over Lincoln Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.