US Bridges

California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib

Fair

Adams County, Nebraska · Hastings Calif @ Lakeside · Structure no. U1145D3720

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2003 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesCalifornia Ave
CrossesBig Blue R W Fk Trib
LocationHastings Calif @ Lakeside
RouteCity Street 0D37
CountyAdams County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.5953, -98.3782
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2003)
Projected traffic70 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns California Ave over Big Blue R W Fk Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.