County Highway over South Platte River Canal
GoodKeith County, Nebraska · 1S 4.5W of Paxton · Structure no. C005126505
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over South Platte River Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying County Highway over South Platte River Canal in Keith County, Nebraska. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over South Platte River Canal built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over South Platte River Canal 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 County Highway over South Platte River Canal carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County Highway over South Platte River Canal?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over South Platte River Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.