US Bridges

869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib

GoodPosted for load

Pierce County, Nebraska · 5N 5.7E of Plainview · Structure no. C007000405

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib is a steel culvert carrying 869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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Carries869th RD
CrossesElkhorn N Frk W Br Trib
Location5N 5.7E of Plainview
RouteCounty Highway 4
CountyPierce County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.4236, -97.6825
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating7.7 US tons
Inventory rating5.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 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 869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is 869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns 869th RD over Elkhorn N Frk W Br Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.