US Bridges

Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River

Good

Cherry County, Nebraska · 53S 9E of Merriman · Structure no. C001605705

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River is a concrete culvert carrying Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River in Cherry 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 298.3 mi (480 km).

CarriesColl 7259
CrossesN Br Middle Loup River
Location53S 9E of Merriman
RouteCounty Highway 7259
Coordinates42.1486, -101.527
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (1998)
Projected traffic51 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed298.3 mi (480 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 Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River built?

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

What condition is Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Coll 7259 over N Br Middle Loup River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.