US Bridges

US34 over Stream

Fair

Seward County, Nebraska · 10E Seward · Structure no. S034 31012

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,095
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Stream in Seward County, Nebraska. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 85 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.

It carries about 5,095 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,152 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS34
CrossesStream
Location10E Seward
RouteU.S. Route 34
CountySeward County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8865, -96.9147
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,095 (2018)
Projected traffic8,152 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 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 Stream built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is US34 over Stream 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 Stream carry?

About 5,095 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns US34 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.