US Bridges

Coll 7693 over Lost Creek

Good

Platte County, Nebraska · 1.2E of Columbus · Structure no. C007134605

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,100
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7693 over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Coll 7693 over Lost Creek in Platte County, Nebraska. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 1,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,200 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 7693
CrossesLost Creek
Location1.2E of Columbus
RouteCounty Highway 7693
CountyPlatte County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.424, -97.3129
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,100 (2012)
Projected traffic1,200 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 Coll 7693 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7693 over Lost Creek 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 2021.

How much traffic does Coll 7693 over Lost Creek carry?

About 1,100 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Coll 7693 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Coll 7693 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.