US Bridges

Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River

Fair

Adams County, Nebraska · 2140 N Showboat Blvd · Structure no. C000124110

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,925
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River is a concrete culvert carrying Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 3,925 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,925 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesShowboat Blvd
CrossesW Fk Big Blue River
Location2140 N Showboat Blvd
RouteCounty Highway 2175
CountyAdams County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.6067, -98.3545
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
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 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 loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,925 (2011)
Projected traffic3,925 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 Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River carry?

About 3,925 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Showboat Blvd over W Fk Big Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.