US Bridges

N22/N39 over Beaver Creek

Good

Nance County, Nebraska · 0S Genoa · Structure no. S022 07274

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
252 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,890
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N22/N39 over Beaver Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N22/N39 over Beaver Creek in Nance County, Nebraska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,890 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,324 by 2038. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesN22/N39
CrossesBeaver Creek
Location0S Genoa
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates41.4411, -97.7346
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.1 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length252 ft (76.8 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,890 (2018)
Projected traffic3,324 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was N22/N39 over Beaver Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is N22/N39 over Beaver Creek 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does N22/N39 over Beaver Creek carry?

About 2,890 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is N22/N39 over Beaver Creek?

The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns N22/N39 over Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.