US Bridges

826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib

Good

Madison County, Nebraska · 1S 7W of Madison · Structure no. C005904215

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying 826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries826th RD
CrossesUnion Creek N Fk Trib
Location1S 7W of Madison
RouteCounty Highway 42
CountyMadison County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.8007, -97.597
Functional classRural Local

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic60 (2003)
Projected traffic87 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is 826th RD over Union Creek N Fk 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does 826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 826th RD over Union Creek N Fk Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.