US Bridges

Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River

Good

Holt County, Nebraska · .5S Ewing · Structure no. C004509315

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
193 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
290
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River in Holt County, Nebraska. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 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 290 vehicles a day, projected to reach 290 by 2033. The structure is 193 ft (58.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 87 mi (140 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesColl 7489
CrossesS Fk Elkhorn River
Location.5S Ewing
RouteCounty Highway 7489
CountyHolt County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.251, -98.3395
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length193 ft (58.7 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic290 (1998)
Projected traffic290 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed87 mi (140 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River carry?

About 290 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River?

The structure is 193 ft (58.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7489 over S Fk Elkhorn River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.