US Bridges

US34 over Stream

Good

York County, Nebraska · 4E Bradshaw · Structure no. S034 26843

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,510
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US34 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US34 over Stream in York County, Nebraska. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,510 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,263 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
CrossesStream
Location4E Bradshaw
RouteU.S. Route 34
Coordinates40.887, -97.6811
Functional classRural 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 traffic2,510 (2018)
Projected traffic3,263 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 Stream built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US34 over Stream 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US34 over Stream carry?

About 2,510 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US34 over Stream?

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

Who owns US34 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.