US Bridges

Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal

Fair

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 2.5E 4.2S of Brady · Structure no. C0E5600110

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal is a steel culvert carrying Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 90 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesWahlgren RD
CrossesThirtymile Canal
Location2.5E 4.2S of Brady
RouteCounty Highway 0E1
CountyLincoln County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.9586, -100.3204
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2003)
Projected traffic42 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 Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Wahlgren RD over Thirtymile Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.