FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian
PoorPosted for loadJefferson County, Nebraska · Njct N8/N15 .6N 13.3E · Structure no. C004813235
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 175
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 175 vehicles a day, projected to reach 175 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian carry?
About 175 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 2880 over Tributary to Big Indian?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.