US Bridges

FAS 2485 over Stream

Good

Merrick County, Nebraska · 5.7W 2.7N Chapman · Structure no. C006110315

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
850
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2485 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying FAS 2485 over Stream in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 850 vehicles a day, projected to reach 850 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 2485
CrossesStream
Location5.7W 2.7N Chapman
RouteCounty Highway 2485
Coordinates41.0717, -98.2689
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 inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic850 (2011)
Projected traffic850 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 FAS 2485 over Stream built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2485 over Stream 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does FAS 2485 over Stream carry?

About 850 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2485 over Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FAS 2485 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.