US Bridges

552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib

Good

Pierce County, Nebraska · 2NE of Pierce · Structure no. C007013715

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
62 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2038. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries552 Ave
CrossesElkhorn River N Fk Trib
Location2NE of Pierce
RouteCounty Highway 137
CountyPierce County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.2323, -97.4849
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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length62 ft (18.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2003)
Projected traffic85 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is 552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does 552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib?

The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 552 Ave over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.