US Bridges

N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib

Good

Gage County, Nebraska · Ncl Adams · Structure no. S041 08498

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,275
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib is a concrete culvert carrying N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib in Gage County, Nebraska. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,275 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,526 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesN41
CrossesMid Br Big Nemaha Trib
LocationNcl Adams
RouteState Highway 41
CountyGage County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.4651, -96.5108
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.5 US tons
Inventory rating60.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,275 (2018)
Projected traffic3,526 by 2038
Trucks13%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib carry?

About 2,275 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns N41 over Mid Br Big Nemaha Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.