N44 over Dry Creek
GoodKearney County, Nebraska · 6NE Axtell · Structure no. S044 04063
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,390
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N44 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N44 over Dry Creek in Kearney County, Nebraska. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 85 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 4,390 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,024 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N44 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is N44 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does N44 over Dry Creek carry?
About 4,390 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is N44 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N44 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.