Road 70 over Dry Creek
GoodBox Butte County, Nebraska · JCT N2/N87 .2W 4N · Structure no. C000703910
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 286
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 70 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Road 70 over Dry Creek in Box Butte 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 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 286 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 395 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road 70 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 70 over Dry Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Road 70 over Dry Creek carry?
About 286 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Road 70 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Road 70 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.