US385 over Rush Creek
GoodDawes County, Nebraska · 9N Chadron · Structure no. S385 17857
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,125
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US385 over Rush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US385 over Rush 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 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 2,125 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,081 by 2038. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 211.3 mi (340 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 US385 over Rush Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US385 over Rush 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 US385 over Rush Creek carry?
About 2,125 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US385 over Rush Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US385 over Rush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.