US Bridges

FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary

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Platte County, Nebraska · JCT US81/N22 7W 5.8N · Structure no. C007112535

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
360
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary is a steel culvert carrying FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary in Platte County, Nebraska. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 360 vehicles a day, projected to reach 325 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 2815
CrossesShell Creek Tributary
LocationJCT US81/N22 7W 5.8N
RouteCounty Highway 2815
CountyPlatte County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.558, -97.5999
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic360 (2011)
Projected traffic325 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary 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 2022.

How much traffic does FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary carry?

About 360 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FAS 2815 over Shell Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.