Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River
PoorPosted for loadGage County, Nebraska · Blue Springs Broad @river · Structure no. M030515420P
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 263 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2011 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River in Gage County, Nebraska. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 420 vehicles a day, projected to reach 505 by 2033. The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 87 mi (140 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River?
The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Broad St/Fas 3210 over Big Blue River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.