US136 over Sand Creek
FairNuckolls County, Nebraska · 8E Guide Rock · Structure no. S136 09317
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 485
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US136 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US136 over Sand Creek in Nuckolls County, Nebraska. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 98 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.
It carries about 485 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 631 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US136 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US136 over Sand 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US136 over Sand Creek carry?
About 485 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US136 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US136 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.