County Highway over N Br Big Blue River
GoodPolk County, Nebraska · 5S 1E of Shelby · Structure no. C007204510
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over N Br Big Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over N Br Big Blue River in Polk County, Nebraska. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2041. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over N Br Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over N Br Big Blue River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does County Highway over N Br Big Blue River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over N Br Big Blue River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over N Br Big Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.