N40 over South Loup River
GoodCuster County, Nebraska · 0S Arnold · Structure no. S040 00061
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 82 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 445
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N40 over South Loup River is a concrete continuous slab carrying N40 over South Loup River in Custer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 445 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 579 by 2038. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 N40 over South Loup River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is N40 over South Loup 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 N40 over South Loup River carry?
About 445 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is N40 over South Loup River?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns N40 over South Loup River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.