US Bridges

32 RD over Big Blue River Trib

Fair

Gage County, Nebraska · 1N 1W of Beatrice · Structure no. C003431720

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
110
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

32 RD over Big Blue River Trib is a steel culvert carrying 32 RD over Big Blue River Trib in Gage County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older 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 6 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 110 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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Carries32 RD
CrossesBig Blue River Trib
Location1N 1W of Beatrice
RouteCounty Highway 6105
CountyGage County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.299, -96.766
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating27.6 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic110 (2013)
Projected traffic110 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 32 RD over Big Blue River Trib built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is 32 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 32 RD over Big Blue River Trib carry?

About 110 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is 32 RD over Big Blue River Trib?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns 32 RD over Big Blue River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.