US385 over Dry Creek
GoodBox Butte County, Nebraska · 5NE Hemingford · Structure no. S385 13254
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,660
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US385 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US385 over Dry Creek in Box Butte County, Nebraska. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 85 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 1,660 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,407 by 2038. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US385 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US385 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US385 over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,660 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US385 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US385 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.