US Bridges

W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek

Good

Adams County, Nebraska · 9185 W. Barrows RD · Structure no. C000120205

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesW. Barrows Rd.
CrossesFlat Creek
Location9185 W. Barrows RD
RouteCounty Highway 102
Coordinates40.6987, -98.5157
Functional classRural Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2003)
Projected traffic85 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns W. Barrows Rd. over Flat Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.