US281 over Blackbird Creek
GoodHolt County, Nebraska · 8N Oneill · Structure no. S281 19079
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,590
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over Blackbird Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US281 over Blackbird Creek in Holt County, Nebraska. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,590 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,306 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 over Blackbird Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over Blackbird 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US281 over Blackbird Creek carry?
About 1,590 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US281 over Blackbird Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US281 over Blackbird Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.