US Bridges

51 RD over Big Blue River Trib

Fair

Gage County, Nebraska · .5E Holmsville · Structure no. C003412910

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
275
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

51 RD over Big Blue River Trib is a steel culvert carrying 51 RD over Big Blue River Trib in Gage County, Nebraska. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 275 vehicles a day, projected to reach 275 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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Carries51 RD
CrossesBig Blue River Trib
Location.5E Holmsville
RouteCounty Highway 3265
CountyGage County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1972, -96.652
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic275 (2011)
Projected traffic275 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 51 RD over Big Blue River Trib built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is 51 RD over Big Blue River Trib 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 51 RD over Big Blue River Trib carry?

About 275 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is 51 RD over Big Blue River Trib?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns 51 RD over Big Blue River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.