N79 over Hamilton Ditch
GoodDodge County, Nebraska · 2N North Bend · Structure no. S079 04495
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,480
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N79 over Hamilton Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying N79 over Hamilton Ditch in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,480 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,850 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N79 over Hamilton Ditch built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is N79 over Hamilton 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 N79 over Hamilton Ditch carry?
About 1,480 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is N79 over Hamilton Ditch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns N79 over Hamilton Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.