Ave 345 over Indian Creek
FairPosted for loadDundy County, Nebraska · Njct US34/N61 7E 5.4N · Structure no. C002917110
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ave 345 over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ave 345 over Indian Creek in Dundy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2035. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ave 345 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ave 345 over Indian Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Ave 345 over Indian Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ave 345 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Ave 345 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.