State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway
GoodPosted for loadChase County, Nebraska · 2.6 MI S-Se of Enders · Structure no. NKA-FCD-003
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 371 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2014 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway is a concrete tee beam carrying State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway in Chase County, Nebraska. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 160 by 2040. The structure is 371 ft (113.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway?
The structure is 371 ft (113.1 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns State Highway 61 over Enders Dam Spillway?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation.