US Bridges

Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary

Fair

Nemaha County, Nebraska · Peru California @ Fourth · Structure no. M1940H0605

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
145
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary in Nemaha County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6 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 145 vehicles a day, projected to reach 145 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesCalif /Fas 3697
CrossesBuck Creek Tributary
LocationPeru California @ Fourth
RouteCity Street 3697
CountyNemaha County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.4806, -95.7294
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic145 (2011)
Projected traffic145 by 2033
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary carry?

About 145 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Calif /Fas 3697 over Buck Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.