US Bridges

FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek

Good

Saline County, Nebraska · Njct N15/N41 6W 1.1N · Structure no. C007610905

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
80
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek in Saline County, Nebraska. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 2985
CrossesN Fk Swan Creek
LocationNjct N15/N41 6W 1.1N
RouteCounty Highway 2985
Coordinates40.5265, -97.2927
Functional classRural Major 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic80 (2011)
Projected traffic80 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek carry?

About 80 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 2985 over N Fk Swan Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.