US Bridges

711th RD over Elm Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Nebraska · 4E of Fairbury · Structure no. C004813219

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2002 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

711th RD over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 711th RD over Elm Creek in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 225 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries711th RD
CrossesElm Creek
Location4E of Fairbury
RouteCounty Highway 2880
Coordinates40.1318, -97.0815
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.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2002)
Projected traffic225 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 711th RD over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is 711th RD over Elm 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 711th RD over Elm Creek carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2002 count).

How long is 711th RD over Elm Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns 711th RD over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.