L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River
GoodKeith County, Nebraska · 1S Brule · Structure no. SL51A00068
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 700 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,235
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River in Keith County, Nebraska. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 91 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 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 1,235 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,667 by 2038. The structure is 700 ft (213.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River carry?
About 1,235 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River?
The structure is 700 ft (213.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns L51A Brule Cnlk over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.