US Bridges

Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River

Fair

Hall County, Nebraska · Njct US34/US281 4E 2.4N · Structure no. U104514505

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
98 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,310
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River in Hall County, Nebraska. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5 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 3,310 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,310 by 2033. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesShdy Bend/Fas 5427
CrossesN Ch Platte River
LocationNjct US34/US281 4E 2.4N
RouteCounty Highway 5427
Coordinates40.9208, -98.3016
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,310 (2013)
Projected traffic3,310 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River carry?

About 3,310 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Shdy Bend/Fas 5427 over N Ch Platte River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.