US20 over Minnechaduza Creek
GoodCherry County, Nebraska · 1W Crookston · Structure no. S020 18521
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,110
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US20 over Minnechaduza Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US20 over Minnechaduza Creek in Cherry County, Nebraska. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 62 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 1,110 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,443 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US20 over Minnechaduza Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US20 over Minnechaduza 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does US20 over Minnechaduza Creek carry?
About 1,110 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US20 over Minnechaduza Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US20 over Minnechaduza Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.