County Highway over Bow Creek
GoodCedar County, Nebraska · 2S .7W of Hartington · Structure no. C001403830
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over Bow Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying County Highway over Bow Creek in Cedar County, Nebraska. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 55 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 93 by 2033. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over Bow Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does County Highway over Bow Creek carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is County Highway over Bow Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over Bow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.