US Bridges

854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib

Fair

Pierce County, Nebraska · .5N 7.7E of Pierce · Structure no. C007023435

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
165
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib is a concrete slab carrying 854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 165 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 280 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries854th RD
CrossesElkhorn River N Fk Trib
Location.5N 7.7E of Pierce
RouteCounty Highway 234
CountyPierce County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.2069, -97.371
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.1 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic165 (2003)
Projected traffic280 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is 854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does 854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib carry?

About 165 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 854th RD over Elkhorn River N Fk Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.