US Bridges

US20 over Minnechaduza Creek

Good

Cherry County, Nebraska · 3E Crookston · Structure no. S020 18871

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,460
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 1984, so it is 41 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 1,460 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,898 by 2038. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 142.9 mi (230 km).

CarriesUS20
CrossesMinnechaduza Creek
Location3E Crookston
RouteU.S. Route 20
Coordinates42.9044, -100.6982
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic1,460 (2018)
Projected traffic1,898 by 2038
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed142.9 mi (230 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US20 over Minnechaduza Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

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 2023.

How much traffic does US20 over Minnechaduza Creek carry?

About 1,460 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US20 over Minnechaduza Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US20 over Minnechaduza Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.