N79 over Silver Creek
GoodDodge County, Nebraska · 7S Snyder · Structure no. S079 05257
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,010
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N79 over Silver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N79 over Silver Creek in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 55 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 1,010 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,263 by 2038. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N79 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is N79 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does N79 over Silver Creek carry?
About 1,010 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is N79 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns N79 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.