IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek
GoodCherry County, Nebraska · .3NW Valentine · Structure no. S083 21414
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 129 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,440
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek in Cherry County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 2,440 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,172 by 2038. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 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 IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR/US83 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 IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek carry?
About 2,440 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IRR/US83 over Minnechaduza Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.