County Road L over Bell Creek
PoorPosted for loadBurt County, Nebraska · 2N 3.2E Oakland · Structure no. C001112605
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road L over Bell Creek is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying County Road L over Bell Creek in Burt 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road L over Bell Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road L over Bell Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does County Road L over Bell Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Road L over Bell Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns County Road L over Bell Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.