Township Road over Little Blue River
GoodPosted for loadClay County, Nebraska · 3.2W 1.8N Deweese · Structure no. C001800905
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Township Road over Little Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Township Road over Little Blue River in Clay County, Nebraska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2041. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Township Road over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Township Road over Little Blue River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Township Road over Little Blue River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Township Road over Little Blue River?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Township Road over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.