County Highway over N Br Big Blue River
FairPosted for loadHamilton County, Nebraska · 2E 2.7S Hordville · Structure no. C004104730
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over N Br Big Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over N Br Big Blue River in Hamilton County, Nebraska. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 119 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 County Highway over N Br Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over N Br Big Blue 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does County Highway over N Br Big Blue River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over N Br Big Blue River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over N Br Big Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.