865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River
PoorPosted for loadPierce County, Nebraska · 1.2W of Osmond · Structure no. C007001215
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River is a steel truss - thru carrying 865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River in Pierce 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 170 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is 865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does 865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is 865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns 865 Road over W Br N Fk Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.