US Bridges

874th RD over Verdigris Creek

GoodPosted for load

Knox County, Nebraska · 4.7W 1S Winnetoon · Structure no. C005415420

Built
1982
43 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

874th RD over Verdigris Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 874th RD over Verdigris Creek in Knox County, Nebraska. It was built in 1982 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 43 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries874th RD
CrossesVerdigris Creek
Location4.7W 1S Winnetoon
RouteCounty Highway 154
Coordinates42.4955, -98.0575
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.1 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2003)
Projected traffic59 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 874th RD over Verdigris Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is 874th RD over Verdigris 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does 874th RD over Verdigris Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 874th RD over Verdigris Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 874th RD over Verdigris Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.