County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River
PoorClosed to trafficJohnson County, Nebraska · 3.5W 2.5N of Sterling · Structure no. C004900605
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 68 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River in Johnson 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 0 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 68 by 2033. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 16 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 | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Superstructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Substructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| 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 County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over N Fk Big Nemaha River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.