US Bridges

21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek

Good

Kearney County, Nebraska · 1.5W 5.7N Axtell · Structure no. C005000317

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek in Kearney County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries21 1500 Cnty RD
CrossesLost Creek
Location1.5W 5.7N Axtell
RouteCounty Highway 3
Coordinates40.5667, -99.16
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2003)
Projected traffic42 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 21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is 21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 21 1500 Cnty RD over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.