Osage Ave. over Little Blue River
GoodPosted for loadAdams County, Nebraska · 14630 S. Osage · Structure no. C000102705
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Osage Ave. over Little Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Osage Ave. over Little Blue River in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2042. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).
Location
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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 Osage Ave. over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Osage Ave. over Little Blue River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Osage Ave. over Little Blue River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Osage Ave. over Little Blue River?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Osage Ave. over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.