US Bridges

US77/US275 over Ditch #8

Fair

Dodge County, Nebraska · 3N Fremont · Structure no. S077 11803

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,420
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US77/US275 over Ditch #8 is a concrete culvert carrying US77/US275 over Ditch #8 in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 12,420 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,146 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesUS77/US275
CrossesDitch #8
Location3N Fremont
RouteU.S. Route 77
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.493, -96.4971
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,420 (2018)
Projected traffic16,146 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
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 US77/US275 over Ditch #8 built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US77/US275 over Ditch #8 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does US77/US275 over Ditch #8 carry?

About 12,420 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US77/US275 over Ditch #8?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US77/US275 over Ditch #8?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.