US Bridges

US HWY 34 over Mo River

Good

Sarpy County, Nebraska · S of LA Platte · Structure no. S034 38800

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
3,282 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,215
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US HWY 34 over Mo River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US HWY 34 over Mo River in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 8,215 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,323 by 2038. The structure is 3,282 ft (1,000.4 m) long and 89 ft wide.

CarriesUS HWY 34
CrossesMo River
LocationS of LA Platte
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates41.068, -95.88
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+15 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length3,282 ft (1,000.4 m)
Longest span515 ft (157 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.2 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,215 (2018)
Projected traffic12,323 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US HWY 34 over Mo River built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US HWY 34 over Mo River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US HWY 34 over Mo River carry?

About 8,215 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US HWY 34 over Mo River?

The structure is 3,282 ft (1,000.4 m) long with a longest span of 515 ft (157 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns US HWY 34 over Mo River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.