N46 over Dry Creek
GoodHarlan County, Nebraska · 1N Oxford · Structure no. S046 00919
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,060
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N46 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N46 over Dry Creek in Harlan County, Nebraska. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 88 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,060 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,431 by 2038. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N46 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is N46 over Dry 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does N46 over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,060 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is N46 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns N46 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.