US Bridges

US34 over Clark Creek

Fair

Seward County, Nebraska · 2E Seward · Structure no. S034 30235

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,775
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Clark Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Clark Creek in Seward County, Nebraska. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 93 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.

It carries about 6,775 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,791 by 2038. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS34
CrossesClark Creek
Location2E Seward
RouteU.S. Route 34
CountySeward County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.9014, -97.0551
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,775 (2018)
Projected traffic7,791 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Clark Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is US34 over Clark Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US34 over Clark Creek carry?

About 6,775 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Clark Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US34 over Clark Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.