US Bridges

Klein RD over Ervine Creek

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Cass County, Nebraska · 3.0 N 1.7 E of Union · Structure no. C001353045

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Klein RD over Ervine Creek is a steel culvert carrying Klein RD over Ervine Creek in Cass County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesKlein RD
CrossesErvine Creek
Location3.0 N 1.7 E of Union
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCass County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8562, -95.8875
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2003)
Projected traffic51 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 Klein RD over Ervine Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Klein RD over Ervine Creek 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does Klein RD over Ervine Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is Klein RD over Ervine Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Klein RD over Ervine Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.