US Bridges

US34 over Dead Mans Run

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 1E Lincoln · Structure no. S034 32945

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,270
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Dead Mans Run is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Dead Mans Run in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 96 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 27,270 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,905 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS34
CrossesDead Mans Run
Location1E Lincoln
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.8134, -96.6171
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionJanuary 2025
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,270 (2018)
Projected traffic40,905 by 2038
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 Dead Mans Run built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is US34 over Dead Mans Run 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US34 over Dead Mans Run carry?

About 27,270 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Dead Mans Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US34 over Dead Mans Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.