US Bridges

US34 over Stream

Good

Hitchcock County, Nebraska · 4W Stratton · Structure no. S034 04447

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,245
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Stream in Hitchcock County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1977, 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 1,245 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,619 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 211.3 mi (340 km).

CarriesUS34
CrossesStream
Location4W Stratton
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.1273, -101.3043
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,245 (2018)
Projected traffic1,619 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed211.3 mi (340 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 US34 over Stream built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is US34 over Stream 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 over Stream carry?

About 1,245 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Stream?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US34 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.