US Bridges

445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal

Good

Platte County, Nebraska · 1S 5W of Monroe · Structure no. C007111505

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2003 count
Owner
Local
Other Local Agency

About this bridge

445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal in Platte 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 17 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries445th Ave
CrossesColumbus Genoa Canal
Location1S 5W of Monroe
RouteCounty Highway 115
CountyPlatte County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.463, -97.6956
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2003)
Projected traffic17 by 2033
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

OwnerOther Local Agency
Maintained byOther Local 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 445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal built?

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

What condition is 445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal 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 445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 445th Ave over Columbus Genoa Canal?

It is owned by the Other Local Agency.