US Bridges

E RD over Sappa Creek

Good

Harlan County, Nebraska · 2.7E of Stamford · Structure no. C004211115

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

E RD over Sappa Creek is a steel culvert carrying E RD over Sappa Creek in Harlan County, Nebraska. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 34 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesE RD
CrossesSappa Creek
Location2.7E of Stamford
RouteCounty Highway 111
Coordinates40.131, -99.5361
Functional classRural Local

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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic20 (2003)
Projected traffic34 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E RD over Sappa Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is E RD over Sappa 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 2023.

How much traffic does E RD over Sappa Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is E RD over Sappa Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns E RD over Sappa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.