Township Road over Little Blue River
FairFranklin County, Nebraska · 39 & X 1/2 · Structure no. C003133915
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Township Road over Little Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Township Road over Little Blue River in Franklin County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 5 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Township Road over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Township Road over Little Blue River 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 Township Road over Little Blue River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Township Road over Little Blue River?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Township Road over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.