US Bridges

Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek

Good

Chase County, Nebraska · Wauneta Arapahoe @ Pawnee · Structure no. M2575F7105

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
137 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,640
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek in Chase County, Nebraska. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,640 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,640 by 2033. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 118.1 mi (190 km).

Location

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CarriesArapho AVE/FAS1315
CrossesFrenchman Creek
LocationWauneta Arapahoe @ Pawnee
RouteCity Street 1315
CountyChase County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.4219, -101.3728
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 protection8 Very GoodNo 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.1 US tons
Inventory rating33.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,640 (2011)
Projected traffic1,640 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed118.1 mi (190 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Arapho AVE/FAS1315 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 Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek carry?

About 1,640 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Arapho AVE/FAS1315 over Frenchman Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.