US Bridges

FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal

PoorPosted for load

Platte County, Nebraska · JCT US81/N22 3W 1.7N · Structure no. C007113305

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
115 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
95
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal in Platte County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1984, 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 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95 by 2033. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 2855
CrossesColumbus Genoa Canal
LocationJCT US81/N22 3W 1.7N
RouteCounty Highway 2855
Coordinates41.4995, -97.5225
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating17.6 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95 (2011)
Projected traffic95 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is FAS 2855 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal carry?

About 95 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.