US Bridges

US385 over Rush Creek Tributary

Good

Cheyenne County, Nebraska · 3N Gurley · Structure no. S385 04886

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,365
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US385 over Rush Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US385 over Rush Creek Tributary in Cheyenne County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 87 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 2,365 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,311 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS385
CrossesRush Creek Tributary
Location3N Gurley
RouteU.S. Route 385
Coordinates41.3599, -102.9731
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal 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 traffic2,365 (2018)
Projected traffic3,311 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 US385 over Rush Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is US385 over Rush Creek Tributary 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US385 over Rush Creek Tributary carry?

About 2,365 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US385 over Rush Creek Tributary?

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

Who owns US385 over Rush Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.