County Road 5 over Wood River
PoorPosted for loadMerrick County, Nebraska · 2W 3.6S Chapman · Structure no. C006100905
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 5 over Wood River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 5 over Wood River in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 5 over Wood River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 5 over Wood River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 5 over Wood River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Road 5 over Wood River?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 5 over Wood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.