US Bridges

FAS 2985 over Buckley Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Nebraska · Sjct N8/N15 .6S 8.6W · Structure no. C004800510

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
65
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2985 over Buckley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 2985 over Buckley Creek in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesFAS 2985
CrossesBuckley Creek
LocationSjct N8/N15 .6S 8.6W
RouteCounty Highway 2985
Coordinates40.0947, -97.3314
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65 (2011)
Projected traffic65 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 2985 over Buckley Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2985 over Buckley 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 2985 over Buckley Creek carry?

About 65 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2985 over Buckley Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 2985 over Buckley Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.