US Bridges

13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow

Good

Merrick County, Nebraska · 2S 3W Central City · Structure no. C006102503

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying 13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Carries13th RD
CrossesWarm Slough Overflow
Location2S 3W Central City
RouteCounty Highway 7617
Coordinates41.0895, -98.0587
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (1998)
Projected traffic85 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is 13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow 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 13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is 13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 13th RD over Warm Slough Overflow?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.