US Bridges

RD N over Elk Creek Trib

Good

Nuckolls County, Nebraska · 1S 2W Nelson · Structure no. C006502615

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD N over Elk Creek Trib is a steel culvert carrying RD N over Elk Creek Trib in Nuckolls County, Nebraska. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesRD N
CrossesElk Creek Trib
Location1S 2W Nelson
RouteCounty Highway 26
Coordinates40.17669, -98.11292
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2003)
Projected traffic34 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 RD N over Elk Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD N over Elk Creek Trib 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does RD N over Elk Creek Trib carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is RD N over Elk Creek Trib?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns RD N over Elk Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.