N7 over North Loup River
GoodBlaine County, Nebraska · 1N Brewster · Structure no. S007 00071
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 114 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 415
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N7 over North Loup River is a concrete continuous slab carrying N7 over North Loup River in Blaine County, Nebraska. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 62 years old, older 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 415 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2038. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N7 over North Loup River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is N7 over North Loup River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does N7 over North Loup River carry?
About 415 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is N7 over North Loup River?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns N7 over North Loup River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.