US Bridges

US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR

Good

Greeley County, Nebraska · 9S Greeley · Structure no. S281 10900

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,440
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR is a concrete culvert carrying US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR in Greeley County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 75 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 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 1,440 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,016 by 2038. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesUS281/N22
CrossesWest Branch Spring CR
Location9S Greeley
RouteU.S. Route 281
CountyGreeley County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.432, -98.483
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionNovember 2024
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,440 (2018)
Projected traffic2,016 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR carry?

About 1,440 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns US281/N22 over West Branch Spring CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.