US Bridges

FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch

Good

Howard County, Nebraska · 2S 1E Cotesfield · Structure no. C004701202

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
90
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch in Howard County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesFAS 2230
CrossesIrrigation Ditch
Location2S 1E Cotesfield
RouteCounty Highway 2230
Coordinates41.3217, -98.6117
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic90 (2011)
Projected traffic90 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch carry?

About 90 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAS 2230 over Irrigation Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.