US Bridges

US34 over Plum Creek Overflow

Good

Seward County, Nebraska · 0E Seward · Structure no. S034 30068

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,940
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Plum Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Plum Creek Overflow in Seward County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,940 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,128 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS34
CrossesPlum Creek Overflow
Location0E Seward
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.9026, -97.0866
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,940 (2018)
Projected traffic7,128 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US34 over Plum Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US34 over Plum Creek Overflow 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US34 over Plum Creek Overflow carry?

About 5,940 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Plum Creek Overflow?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US34 over Plum Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.