N40 over Wood River Trib
GoodBuffalo County, Nebraska · 2SE Amherst · Structure no. S040 07686
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,990
- 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 1934 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 91 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 1,990 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,085 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
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 1,990 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is N40 over Wood River Trib?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N40 over Wood River Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.