US Bridges

US385 over Belmont Canal

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Morrill County, Nebraska · 8SE Bridgeport · Structure no. S385 06561

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,875
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US385 over Belmont Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US385 over Belmont Canal in Morrill County, Nebraska. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 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 1,875 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,813 by 2038. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesUS385
CrossesBelmont Canal
Location8SE Bridgeport
RouteU.S. Route 385
CountyMorrill County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.5991, -102.9838
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,875 (2018)
Projected traffic2,813 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US385 over Belmont Canal built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is US385 over Belmont Canal 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US385 over Belmont Canal carry?

About 1,875 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US385 over Belmont Canal?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US385 over Belmont Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.