Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv.
GoodNemaha County, Kansas · 1.5N 3.5W of Bern · Structure no. 000660957903020
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 330 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv. in Nemaha County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv. built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv. 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv. carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2008 count).
How long is Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv.?
The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Minor Col B-5 over S. Fork Big Nemaha Riv.?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.