US Bridges

US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib

Good

Red Willow County, Nebraska · 3.8E Bartley · Structure no. S006 10827

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,035
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib 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 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 3,035 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,249 by 2038. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS6/US34
CrossesRepublican Creek Trib
Location3.8E Bartley
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyRed Willow County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.268, -100.232
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib built?

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

What condition is US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib 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 Republican Creek Trib carry?

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

How long is US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US6/US34 over Republican Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.