US385 over White River
GoodDawes County, Nebraska · 7N Chadron · Structure no. S385 17434
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 281 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,230
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US385 over White River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US385 over White River in Dawes County, Nebraska. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 88 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 2,230 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,234 by 2038. The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 211.3 mi (340 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US385 over White River built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US385 over White 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US385 over White River carry?
About 2,230 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US385 over White River?
The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US385 over White River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.