US Bridges

Abbott RD over Morres Creek

Fair

Hall County, Nebraska · Njct US281/N2 1.8N .3E · Structure no. C004001235

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
195
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Abbott RD over Morres Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Abbott RD over Morres Creek in Hall 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 195 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 331 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesAbbott RD
CrossesMorres Creek
LocationNjct US281/N2 1.8N .3E
RouteCounty Highway 12
Coordinates40.9747, -98.3538
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic195 (2003)
Projected traffic331 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 Abbott RD over Morres Creek built?

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

What condition is Abbott RD over Morres Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does Abbott RD over Morres Creek carry?

About 195 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Abbott RD over Morres Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Abbott RD over Morres Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.