County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek
GoodDawes County, Nebraska · Njct US20/N71 4.6N 2.8NW · Structure no. C002303405P
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek in Dawes County, Nebraska. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 93 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 348 mi (560 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over Little Cottonwood 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 County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over Little Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.