US34 over Muddy Creek
FairHitchcock County, Nebraska · 1W Stratton · Structure no. S034 04817
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,245
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US34 over Muddy Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US34 over Muddy Creek in Hitchcock County, Nebraska. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 89 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,245 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,619 by 2038. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 211.3 mi (340 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US34 over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US34 over Muddy Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US34 over Muddy Creek carry?
About 1,245 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US34 over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US34 over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.