US Bridges

Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch

Good

Custer County, Nebraska · 14.5W 2S of Oconto #422 · Structure no. C002119005

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch is a steel culvert carrying Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch in Custer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 68 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 161.6 mi (260 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 7397
CrossesStump Ditch
Location14.5W 2S of Oconto #422
RouteCounty Highway 7397
CountyCuster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.1045, -100.0382
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (1998)
Projected traffic68 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed161.6 mi (260 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch 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 2022.

How much traffic does Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Coll 7397 over Stump Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.