N2 over Dismal River
FairBlaine County, Nebraska · 0S Dunning · Structure no. S002 23822
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,320
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N2 over Dismal River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying N2 over Dismal River in Blaine County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 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 1,320 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,782 by 2038. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N2 over Dismal River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is N2 over Dismal 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does N2 over Dismal River carry?
About 1,320 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is N2 over Dismal River?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns N2 over Dismal River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.