US Bridges

R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal

PoorPosted for load

Platte County, Nebraska · JCT US30/L-71D 1E 2.7N · Structure no. C007105105

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
250 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,025
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal in Platte County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1978, 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 3,025 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,125 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesR71G/LAKE North
CrossesColumbus Genoa Canal
LocationJCT US30/L-71D 1E 2.7N
RouteCounty Highway 0R71G
Coordinates41.4781, -97.3491
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30.9 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,025 (2011)
Projected traffic3,125 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal carry?

About 3,025 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns R71G/LAKE North over Columbus Genoa Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.