N40 over Wood River Trib
GoodBuffalo County, Nebraska · 2 SE Miller · Structure no. S040 06686
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,135
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N40 over Wood River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying N40 over Wood River Trib in Buffalo County, Nebraska. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,135 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,589 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N40 over Wood River Trib built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is N40 over Wood River Trib 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does N40 over Wood River Trib carry?
About 1,135 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is N40 over Wood River Trib?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns N40 over Wood River Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.