US Bridges

US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch

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Dodge County, Nebraska · 1.5N 8E North Bend · Structure no. S030 41907L

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
103 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,135
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch in Dodge 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 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 8,135 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,202 by 2041. The structure is 103 ft (31.3 m) long and 43 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS30
CrossesFremont Cutoff Ditch
Location1.5N 8E North Bend
RouteU.S. Route 30
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.4794, -96.6286
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length103 ft (31.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,135 (2021)
Projected traffic12,202 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch built?

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

What condition is US30 over Fremont 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch carry?

About 8,135 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch?

The structure is 103 ft (31.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US30 over Fremont Cutoff Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.