US Bridges

US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 4N Cortland · Structure no. S077 04398

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,080
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River is a concrete culvert carrying US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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.

It carries about 10,080 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,128 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS77
CrossesM Br Big Nemaha River
Location4N Cortland
RouteU.S. Route 77
Coordinates40.5539, -96.7099
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,080 (2018)
Projected traffic16,128 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US77 over M Br Big Nemaha 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River carry?

About 10,080 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US77 over M Br Big Nemaha River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.