US Bridges

573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib

Good

Cedar County, Nebraska · 1S of Laurel · Structure no. C001404310

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
160
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying 573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib in Cedar County, Nebraska. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 272 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries573rd ST
CrossesLogan Creek Dredge Trib
Location1S of Laurel
RouteCounty Highway 43
Coordinates42.4123, -97.0766
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160 (2003)
Projected traffic272 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is 573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib 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 573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns 573rd ST over Logan Creek Dredge Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.