Guenther Road over Wood River
PoorClosed to trafficHall County, Nebraska · 3W 1.6S Alda · Structure no. C004003005
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Guenther Road over Wood River is a steel truss - thru carrying Guenther Road over Wood River 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 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 1 Imminent Failure | Major deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Guenther Road over Wood River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Guenther Road over Wood 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Guenther Road over Wood River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Guenther Road over Wood River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Guenther Road over Wood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.