US Bridges

N91 over Mccord Canyon

Good

Loup County, Nebraska · 2E Taylor · Structure no. S091 04731

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,280
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N91 over Mccord Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying N91 over Mccord Canyon in Loup County, Nebraska. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,280 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,664 by 2038. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesN91
CrossesMccord Canyon
Location2E Taylor
RouteState Highway 91
Coordinates41.7558, -99.3502
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 inspectionMarch 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic1,280 (2018)
Projected traffic1,664 by 2038
Trucks14%
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

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 N91 over Mccord Canyon built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is N91 over Mccord Canyon 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 March 2021.

How much traffic does N91 over Mccord Canyon carry?

About 1,280 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is N91 over Mccord Canyon?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns N91 over Mccord Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.