US Bridges

FAS 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal

PoorPosted for load

Platte County, Nebraska · JCT US81/N22 1.5N 2E · Structure no. C007143625

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
114 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
700
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal in Platte County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1977, 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 700 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,015 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesFAS 2760
CrossesColumbus Genoa Canal
LocationJCT US81/N22 1.5N 2E
RouteCounty Highway 2760
Coordinates41.4969, -97.428
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.3 US tons
Inventory rating15.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic700 (2011)
Projected traffic1,015 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

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 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is FAS 2760 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 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal carry?

About 700 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 2760 over Columbus Genoa Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.