US Bridges

887th RD over Big Sandy Creek

Good

Holt County, Nebraska · 4E 5N of Stuart · Structure no. C004513005

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
190
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

887th RD over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 887th RD over Big Sandy Creek in Holt County, Nebraska. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 190 vehicles a day, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Carries887th RD
CrossesBig Sandy Creek
Location4E 5N of Stuart
RouteCounty Highway 2300
Coordinates42.68124, -99.05194
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
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2011)
Projected traffic160 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 887th RD over Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is 887th RD over Big Sandy 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 887th RD over Big Sandy Creek carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is 887th RD over Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns 887th RD over Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.