W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253)
PoorPosted for loadLancaster County, Nebraska · 1.5E 1N of Raymond · Structure no. C005511215
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 76
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 76 vehicles a day, projected to reach 106 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253) built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253) carry?
About 76 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253)?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns W Branched Oak RD over Little Salt CR (c 253)?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.