N14 over Prairie Creek
FairMerrick County, Nebraska · 8S Fullerton · Structure no. S014 09155
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,825
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N14 over Prairie Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying N14 over Prairie Creek in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,825 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,464 by 2038. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N14 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is N14 over Prairie Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does N14 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 1,825 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is N14 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns N14 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.