FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek
GoodFrontier County, Nebraska · JCT N23/N18 7E 5.7S · Structure no. C003214310
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek in Frontier County, Nebraska. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2033. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 1545 over Medicine 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1545 over Medicine Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.