US Bridges

N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River

Good

Otoe County, Nebraska · 8.1W Neb City · Structure no. S002 49665

Built
1993
32 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
271 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,130
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River in Otoe County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 32 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 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 10,130 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,234 by 2038. The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesN2
CrossesN Fork L Nemaha River
Location8.1W Neb City
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates40.6764, -96.0323
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating101.4 US tons
Inventory rating58.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length271 ft (82.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.6 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,130 (2018)
Projected traffic18,234 by 2038
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is N2 over N Fork L 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 February 2021.

How much traffic does N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River carry?

About 10,130 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River?

The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns N2 over N Fork L Nemaha River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.