US Bridges

FAS 2870 over Stream

FairPosted for load

Cedar County, Nebraska · Njct US20/N15 3.2N .8W · Structure no. C001414825

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
52 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
140
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2870 over Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2870 over Stream in Cedar County, Nebraska. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 65 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 140 vehicles a day, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 2870
CrossesStream
LocationNjct US20/N15 3.2N .8W
RouteCounty Highway 2870
CountyCedar County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.5108, -97.1077
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic140 (2011)
Projected traffic140 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2870 over Stream built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is FAS 2870 over Stream 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 2870 over Stream carry?

About 140 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2870 over Stream?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 2870 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.