538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib
GoodMadison County, Nebraska · 1.5N 1E of Newman Grove · Structure no. C005900920
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib is a steel culvert carrying 538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is 538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does 538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is 538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 538th Ave over Shell Creek Trib?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.