US Bridges

823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib

Good

Madison County, Nebraska · 1NE of Newman Grove · Structure no. C005914805

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
60
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib is a steel culvert carrying 823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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Carries823rd RD
CrossesShell Creek Trib
Location1NE of Newman Grove
RouteCounty Highway 148
CountyMadison County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.757, -97.7571
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span23 ft (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 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is 823rd RD 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns 823rd RD over Shell Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.