L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River
FairKeith County, Nebraska · 0S Paxton · Structure no. SL51C00053
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 703 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,375
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River in Keith County, Nebraska. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2009, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,375 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,994 by 2038. The structure is 703 ft (214.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 229.9 mi (370 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River carry?
About 1,375 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River?
The structure is 703 ft (214.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns L51C Paxton Cnlk over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.