557th Ave over West Bow Creek
GoodCedar County, Nebraska · 1W of Fordyce · Structure no. C001401125
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
557th Ave over West Bow Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 557th Ave over West Bow Creek in Cedar County, Nebraska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 557th Ave over West Bow Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is 557th Ave over West Bow 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does 557th Ave over West Bow Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is 557th Ave over West Bow Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns 557th Ave over West Bow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.