849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River
PoorPosted for loadPierce County, Nebraska · 1.7N of Hadar · Structure no. C007004410
- Built
- 1910
- 115 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River is a steel truss - thru carrying 849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 1910, so it is 115 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025.
What condition is 849 Road over 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 849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is 849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns 849 Road over N Fk Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.