N71 over Spring Creek
GoodDawes County, Nebraska · 4N Crawford · Structure no. S071 14032
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 345
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N71 over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N71 over Spring Creek in Dawes County, Nebraska. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1993, 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 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 345 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 466 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N71 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is N71 over Spring 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does N71 over Spring Creek carry?
About 345 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is N71 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N71 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.