US Bridges

US6/US34 over Coon Creek

Good

Red Willow County, Nebraska · 1W Indianola · Structure no. S006 09761

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
212 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,405
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6/US34 over Coon Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US6/US34 over Coon Creek in Red Willow County, Nebraska. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,405 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,278 by 2038. The structure is 212 ft (64.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS6/US34
CrossesCoon Creek
Location1W Indianola
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyRed Willow County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.2344, -100.4271
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating45.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length212 ft (64.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,405 (2018)
Projected traffic5,278 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US6/US34 over Coon Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is US6/US34 over Coon 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 April 2022.

How much traffic does US6/US34 over Coon Creek carry?

About 3,405 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US6/US34 over Coon Creek?

The structure is 212 ft (64.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US6/US34 over Coon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.