US Bridges

US75 over Dry Branch

Fair

Richardson County, Nebraska · 4N Dawson · Structure no. S075 01302

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,605
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US75 over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US75 over Dry Branch in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 95 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,605 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,687 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS75
CrossesDry Branch
Location4N Dawson
RouteU.S. Route 75
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1794, -95.8411
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic3,605 (2018)
Projected traffic4,687 by 2038
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US75 over Dry Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US75 over Dry Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US75 over Dry Branch carry?

About 3,605 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US75 over Dry Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US75 over Dry Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.