US Bridges

US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR

Good

Red Willow County, Nebraska · .3E Bartley · Structure no. S006 10460

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,035
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR in Red Willow County, Nebraska. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 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 3,035 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,249 by 2038. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesUS6/US34
CrossesStevenson Canyon CR
Location.3E Bartley
RouteU.S. Route 6
Coordinates40.251, -100.2977
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,035 (2018)
Projected traffic4,249 by 2038
Trucks15%
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 Stevenson Canyon CR built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR 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 US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR carry?

About 3,035 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US6/US34 over Stevenson Canyon CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.