N97 over Middle Loup River
GoodHooker County, Nebraska · 2N Mullen · Structure no. S097 06894
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 285
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N97 over Middle Loup River is a concrete culvert carrying N97 over Middle Loup River in Hooker County, Nebraska. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 285 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 399 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 248.5 mi (400 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N97 over Middle Loup River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is N97 over Middle Loup 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 December 2021.
How much traffic does N97 over Middle Loup River carry?
About 285 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is N97 over Middle Loup River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N97 over Middle Loup River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.