US Bridges

FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River

Good

Otoe County, Nebraska · JCT N50/S-66E 7.5W · Structure no. C006603605

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River in Otoe County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 135 by 2033. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 3250
CrossesS Fk Little Nemaha River
LocationJCT N50/S-66E 7.5W
RouteCounty Highway 3250
Coordinates40.5374, -96.3209
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2011)
Projected traffic135 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 3250 over S Fk Little Nemaha River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.