FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek
GoodPosted for loadFurnas County, Nebraska · JCT N46/N89 .5W 2S · Structure no. C003305910
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 72 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 95
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek in Furnas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95 by 2042. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 1520 over Sappa 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek carry?
About 95 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1520 over Sappa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.