US Bridges

Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor

Good

Pierce County, Nebraska · 1.7E Osmond · Structure no. S020 36722A

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,345
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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.

It carries about 2,345 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,049 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesFarm Drive
CrossesE. Branch N. Fork Elkhor
Location1.7E Osmond
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyPierce County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.3659, -97.5577
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,345 (2018)
Projected traffic3,049 by 2038
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor carry?

About 2,345 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Farm Drive over E. Branch N. Fork Elkhor?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.