Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal
GoodHoward County, Nebraska · 7W Elba · Structure no. C004730525
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal in Howard County, Nebraska. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Wausa RD over Farwell Main Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.