N61 over Dry Creek
GoodCherry County, Nebraska · In Merriman · Structure no. S061 22575
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 475
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N61 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N61 over Dry Creek in Cherry 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.
It carries about 475 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 618 by 2038. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 267.2 mi (430 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N61 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is N61 over Dry 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 N61 over Dry Creek carry?
About 475 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is N61 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns N61 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.