County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River
PoorPosted for loadHamilton County, Nebraska · 2W Stockham · Structure no. C004103303
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River in Hamilton County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1986, 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: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 20 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is County Highway over W Fk Big Blue 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over W Fk Big Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.