N57 over Baker Creek
GoodCedar County, Nebraska · 3S Belden · Structure no. S057 04732
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 425
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N57 over Baker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N57 over Baker Creek in Cedar County, Nebraska. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 86 years old, older 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 425 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 638 by 2038. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N57 over Baker Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is N57 over Baker 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does N57 over Baker Creek carry?
About 425 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is N57 over Baker Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N57 over Baker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.