N44 over Center Creek
GoodFranklin County, Nebraska · 5S Wilcox · Structure no. S044 02050
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N44 over Center Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N44 over Center Creek in Franklin County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 87 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 420 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 630 by 2038. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N44 over Center Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is N44 over Center 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does N44 over Center Creek carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is N44 over Center Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns N44 over Center Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.