US Bridges

Mcgrew RD CR 34-TS over North Platte River

FairPosted for load

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · JCT N92/L-79E 1.7S 5.2E · Structure no. C007906710P

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

About this bridge

Mcgrew RD CR 34-TS over North Platte River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcgrew RD CR 34-TS over North 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 5 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 305 ft (93 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 118.1 mi (190 km).

CarriesMcgrew RD CR 34-TS
CrossesNorth Platte River
LocationJCT N92/L-79E 1.7S 5.2E
RouteCounty Highway 1065
Coordinates41.7617, -103.4167
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating32 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length305 ft (93 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-TS over North Platte River built?

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

What condition is Mcgrew RD CR 34-TS over North 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-TS over North Platte River carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Mcgrew RD CR 34-TS over North Platte River?

The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Mcgrew RD CR 34-TS over North Platte River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.