US Bridges

RD 452 over Cat Creek

Good

Custer County, Nebraska · 14.7S Ansley #645 · Structure no. C002109115

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 452 over Cat Creek is a steel culvert carrying RD 452 over Cat Creek in Custer County, Nebraska. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesRD 452
CrossesCat Creek
Location14.7S Ansley #645
RouteCounty Highway 91
Coordinates41.06172, -99.39804
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating81.6 US tons
Inventory rating80.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2003)
Projected traffic34 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RD 452 over Cat Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD 452 over Cat 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RD 452 over Cat Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is RD 452 over Cat Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns RD 452 over Cat Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.