US Bridges

US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 8W North Platte · Structure no. S030 16853

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,820
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,820 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,157 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS30
CrossesFarmers&merchants Canal
Location8W North Platte
RouteU.S. Route 30
Coordinates41.1625, -100.9202
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,820 (2018)
Projected traffic5,157 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal carry?

About 3,820 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US30 over Farmers&merchants Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.