US30 over Tail Race
GoodDawson County, Nebraska · In Gothenburg · Structure no. S030 21308
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,725
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US30 over Tail Race is a concrete culvert carrying US30 over Tail Race in Dawson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1982 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 43 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 2,725 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,543 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 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 US30 over Tail Race built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US30 over Tail Race 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US30 over Tail Race carry?
About 2,725 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US30 over Tail Race?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US30 over Tail Race?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.