N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River
FairKnox County, Nebraska · 3S Wausa · Structure no. S121 04559
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River is a concrete continuous slab carrying N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River in Knox County, Nebraska. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 6 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 891 by 2038. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is N121 over N Fk Elkhorn 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 2024.
How much traffic does N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns N121 over N Fk Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.