West Ash Road over West Ash Creek
FairPosted for loadDawes County, Nebraska · Njct US20/N71 .4S 6.5E · Structure no. C002304610P
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 56 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Ash Road over West Ash Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Ash Road over West Ash Creek in Dawes County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2033. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Ash Road over West Ash Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Ash Road over West Ash Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does West Ash Road over West Ash Creek carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is West Ash Road over West Ash Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns West Ash Road over West Ash Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.