US Bridges

FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek

FairPosted for load

Nuckolls County, Nebraska · Sjct N4/N14 10W 3S · Structure no. C006520305

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
190
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek in Nuckolls County, Nebraska. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 190 vehicles a day, projected to reach 290 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 2355
CrossesLiberty Creek
LocationSjct N4/N14 10W 3S
RouteCounty Highway 2355
CountyNuckolls County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.25, -98.255
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2011)
Projected traffic290 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2355 over Liberty 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 2355 over Liberty Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.