US Bridges

573rd Ave over Cub Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Nebraska · Sjct N4/N15 4.2S 5E · Structure no. C004813120

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
145
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

573rd Ave over Cub Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 573rd Ave over Cub Creek in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 145 vehicles a day, projected to reach 196 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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Carries573rd Ave
CrossesCub Creek
LocationSjct N4/N15 4.2S 5E
RouteCounty Highway 3005
CountyJefferson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.2454, -97.0859
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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.5 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic145 (2011)
Projected traffic196 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 573rd Ave over Cub Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is 573rd Ave over Cub 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 573rd Ave over Cub Creek carry?

About 145 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is 573rd Ave over Cub Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns 573rd Ave over Cub Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.