US Bridges

27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek

Good

Kearney County, Nebraska · 6E .7S of Wilcox · Structure no. C005001501

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek in Kearney County, Nebraska. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries27 100 Cnty RD
CrossesW Br Thompson Creek
Location6E .7S of Wilcox
RouteCounty Highway 15
Coordinates40.355, -99.0467
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (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 27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is 27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson 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 2023.

How much traffic does 27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 27 100 Cnty RD over W Br Thompson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.