US34 over Elk Creek
FairLancaster County, Nebraska · 10NW Lincoln · Structure no. S034 31430
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,920
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US34 over Elk Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US34 over Elk Creek in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 102 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 4,920 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,872 by 2038. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US34 over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is US34 over Elk 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US34 over Elk Creek carry?
About 4,920 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US34 over Elk Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US34 over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.