N47 over Hiles Canyon
GoodDawson County, Nebraska · 9S Gothenburg · Structure no. S047 05395
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 690
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N47 over Hiles Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying N47 over Hiles Canyon in Dawson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 690 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 897 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N47 over Hiles Canyon built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is N47 over Hiles Canyon 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 N47 over Hiles Canyon carry?
About 690 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is N47 over Hiles Canyon?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N47 over Hiles Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.