US Bridges

583 Ave over Aowa Creek

Good

Dixon County, Nebraska · S Edge of Newcastle · Structure no. C002631530

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
195
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

583 Ave over Aowa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 583 Ave over Aowa Creek in Dixon County, Nebraska. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 195 vehicles a day, projected to reach 331 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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Carries583 Ave
CrossesAowa Creek
LocationS Edge of Newcastle
RouteCounty Highway 7794
CountyDixon County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.64911, -96.88006
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating102.5 US tons
Inventory rating79.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic195 (2017)
Projected traffic331 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 583 Ave over Aowa Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is 583 Ave over Aowa 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does 583 Ave over Aowa Creek carry?

About 195 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is 583 Ave over Aowa Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns 583 Ave over Aowa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.