US Bridges

42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek

Good

Kearney County, Nebraska · 1.5E 5N of Heartwell · Structure no. C005014513

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek in Kearney County, Nebraska. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).

Carries42 2100 Mm RD
CrossesDry Creek
Location1.5E 5N of Heartwell
RouteCounty Highway 145
Coordinates40.645, -98.7617
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length21 ft (6.3 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 traffic25 (2003)
Projected traffic42 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed99.4 mi (160 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 42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is 42 2100 Mm RD over Dry 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 42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 42 2100 Mm RD over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.