County Road T over Silver Creek
PoorPosted for loadMerrick County, Nebraska · 5.7N 2.8E Central City · Structure no. C006102810
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 47 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road T over Silver Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road T over Silver Creek in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road T over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road T over Silver Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does County Road T over Silver Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Road T over Silver Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns County Road T over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.