US136 over Little Blue River
PoorJefferson County, Nebraska · 1W Fairbury · Structure no. S136 14931
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 561 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,225
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US136 over Little Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US136 over Little Blue River in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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.
It carries about 2,225 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,115 by 2038. The structure is 561 ft (171 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US136 over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US136 over Little Blue River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US136 over Little Blue River carry?
About 2,225 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US136 over Little Blue River?
The structure is 561 ft (171 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US136 over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.