US Bridges

FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek

Good

Chase County, Nebraska · Wjct US6/N61 1.6N 19W · Structure no. C001500705

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
145
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek in Chase County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 145 vehicles a day, projected to reach 145 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 1280
CrossesFrenchman Creek
LocationWjct US6/N61 1.6N 19W
RouteCounty Highway 1280
Coordinates40.5294, -101.988
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic145 (2011)
Projected traffic145 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1280 over Frenchman 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek carry?

About 145 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 1280 over Frenchman Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.