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FAS 2220 over Rock Creek

Good

Merrick County, Nebraska · JCT N92/S-61A 6.7N 1.2W · Structure no. C006101605P

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
115
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2220 over Rock Creek is a steel culvert carrying FAS 2220 over Rock Creek in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older 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 115 vehicles a day, projected to reach 115 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 2220
CrossesRock Creek
LocationJCT N92/S-61A 6.7N 1.2W
RouteCounty Highway 2220
CountyMerrick County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.285, -98.2767
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic115 (2011)
Projected traffic115 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2220 over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2220 over Rock 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 2220 over Rock Creek carry?

About 115 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2220 over Rock Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m).

Who owns FAS 2220 over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.