US Bridges

Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Nebraska · H & 40 · Structure no. C003114110

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
65
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal in Franklin County, Nebraska. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 73 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 5 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 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 7457
CrossesFranklin Canal
LocationH & 40
RouteCounty Highway 7457
CountyFranklin County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1048, -98.8012
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.8 US tons
Inventory rating17.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65 (1998)
Projected traffic110 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal carry?

About 65 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7457 over Franklin Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.