US385 over Dry Creek
FairBox Butte County, Nebraska · 8NE Hemingford · Structure no. S385 13844
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 6 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 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 1,660 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,407 by 2038. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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 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 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 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US385 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.