516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek
PoorClosed to trafficAntelope County, Nebraska · 6.5N 2W of Royal · Structure no. C000200205P
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2017
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 255
- 1997 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek in Antelope County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 255 vehicles a day, projected to reach 433 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 1 Imminent Failure | Major deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is 516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2017.
How much traffic does 516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek carry?
About 255 vehicles per day (1997 count).
How long is 516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns 516th Ave over S Br Verdigre Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.