N39 over Prairie Creek
FairMerrick County, Nebraska · 1N Silver Creek · Structure no. S039 01099
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,280
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N39 over Prairie Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying N39 over Prairie Creek in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 60 years old, older 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 1,280 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,920 by 2038. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 N39 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is N39 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 N39 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 1,280 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is N39 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns N39 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.