US Bridges

RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek

Good

Otoe County, Nebraska · 3.2E 1.8N Burr · Structure no. C006602505

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek in Otoe 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesRD 24
CrossesLittle Muddy Creek
Location3.2E 1.8N Burr
RouteCounty Highway 25
CountyOtoe County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.56289, -96.23643
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2003)
Projected traffic42 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek built?

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

What condition is RD 24 over Little Muddy 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns RD 24 over Little Muddy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.