Road 5 over Silver Creek
GoodDodge County, Nebraska · Rd. 5 Bet J & K · Structure no. C002700923
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 5 over Silver Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Road 5 over Silver Creek in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road 5 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 5 over Silver 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Road 5 over Silver Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Road 5 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Road 5 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.