US Bridges

Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Dodge County, Nebraska · Rd. 10 Bet. R & S N.Br. · Structure no. C002701920

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
160
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 160 vehicles a day, projected to reach 272 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 7855
CrossesCentral Cutoff Ditch
LocationRd. 10 Bet. R & S N.Br.
RouteCounty Highway 7855
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.4898, -96.7322
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.7 US tons
Inventory rating16.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160 (1998)
Projected traffic272 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch 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 Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7855 over Central Cutoff Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.