US Bridges

FAS 1750 over Rope Creek

Good

Harlan County, Nebraska · JCT US183/N4 .2W 4S · Structure no. C004201638

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
115
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1750 over Rope Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 1750 over Rope Creek in Harlan County, Nebraska. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 115 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 155 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesFAS 1750
CrossesRope Creek
LocationJCT US183/N4 .2W 4S
RouteCounty Highway 1750
Coordinates40.2492, -99.3711
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic115 (2011)
Projected traffic155 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 FAS 1750 over Rope Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1750 over Rope Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 1750 over Rope Creek carry?

About 115 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is FAS 1750 over Rope Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 1750 over Rope Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.