N71 over White River
FairDawes County, Nebraska · 1N Crawford · Structure no. S071 13773
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 345
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N71 over White River is a concrete continuous slab carrying N71 over White River in Dawes County, Nebraska. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 345 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 466 by 2038. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N71 over White River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is N71 over White River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does N71 over White River carry?
About 345 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is N71 over White River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns N71 over White River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.