US Bridges

Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River

FairPosted for load

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · JCT N92/L-79E 1.8S 5.2E · Structure no. C007906705P

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
181 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
245
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 245 vehicles a day, projected to reach 245 by 2033. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 118.1 mi (190 km).

Location

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CarriesMcgrew RD CR 34-TN
CrossesS Ch N Platte River
LocationJCT N92/L-79E 1.8S 5.2E
RouteCounty Highway 1065
CountyScotts Bluff County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.7583, -103.4178
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating26.5 US tons
Inventory rating16.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length181 ft (55.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic245 (2011)
Projected traffic245 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed118.1 mi (190 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River?

The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Mcgrew RD CR 34-TN over S Ch N Platte River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.