US Bridges

FAS 2845 over Union Creek

Good

Madison County, Nebraska · Ejct N32/N45 4E 2.3S · Structure no. C005901505

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
160
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2845 over Union Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 2845 over Union Creek in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 160 vehicles a day, projected to reach 105 by 2030. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 2845
CrossesUnion Creek
LocationEjct N32/N45 4E 2.3S
RouteCounty Highway 2845
Coordinates41.7967, -97.6973
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic160 (2011)
Projected traffic105 by 2030
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 proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2845 over Union Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2845 over Union Creek 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 FAS 2845 over Union Creek carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2845 over Union Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 2845 over Union Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.