US Bridges

39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand Creek

Good

Kearney County, Nebraska · 1.2W 5S Norman · Structure no. C005003905

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries39 400 Cnty RD
CrossesSouth Branch Sand Creek
Location1.2W 5S Norman
RouteCounty Highway 39
Coordinates40.405, -98.8183
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic50 (2003)
Projected traffic85 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 39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand Creek built?

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

What condition is 39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does 39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 39 400 Cnty RD over South Branch Sand Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.