US Bridges

Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal

Fair

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 4.75 2.6W of North Platte · Structure no. C005614805P

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
200
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 7301
CrossesSutherland Canal
Location4.75 2.6W of North Platte
RouteCounty Highway 7301
CountyLincoln County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.0507, -100.8029
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating17.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (1998)
Projected traffic200 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7301 over Sutherland Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.