US Bridges

262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib

FairPosted for load

Cass County, Nebraska · 4.5E 2.2N of Greenwood · Structure no. C001301330

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
210
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib in Cass County, Nebraska. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 210 vehicles a day, projected to reach 357 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries262nd RD
CrossesCallahan Creek Trib
Location4.5E 2.2N of Greenwood
RouteCounty Highway 7917
CountyCass County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.9896, -96.3497
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (1998)
Projected traffic357 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is 262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does 262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is 262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 262nd RD over Callahan Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.