US Bridges

Blaine ST over Wood River

Good

Hall County, Nebraska · Grand Island Blain @ US34 · Structure no. U104513910

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,115
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Blaine ST over Wood River is a concrete culvert carrying Blaine ST over Wood River in Hall County, Nebraska. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 3,115 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,115 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesBlaine ST
CrossesWood River
LocationGrand Island Blain @ US34
RouteCity Street 5405
Coordinates40.8894, -98.3597
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,115 (2013)
Projected traffic3,115 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Blaine ST over Wood River built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Blaine ST over Wood River 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Blaine ST over Wood River carry?

About 3,115 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Blaine ST over Wood River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Blaine ST over Wood River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.