720 RD over Elk Creek
GoodPawnee County, Nebraska · 2W N50 Johnson Cl · Structure no. C006710220
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
720 RD over Elk Creek is a steel culvert carrying 720 RD over Elk Creek in Pawnee County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 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 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 720 RD over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is 720 RD over Elk 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does 720 RD over Elk Creek carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is 720 RD over Elk Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns 720 RD over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.