U RD over Big Blue River
GoodHamilton County, Nebraska · 4.5E Marquette · Structure no. C004103925
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
U RD over Big Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U RD over Big Blue River in Hamilton County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2020, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U RD over Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is U RD over Big Blue 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does U RD over Big Blue River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is U RD over Big Blue River?
The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns U RD over Big Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.