US Bridges

FAS 3027 over Big Blue River

Good

Saline County, Nebraska · 1.2S of Crete · Structure no. C007614315P

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
352 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,710
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 3027 over Big Blue River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 3027 over Big Blue River in Saline County, Nebraska. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 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 3,710 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,710 by 2033. The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesFAS 3027
CrossesBig Blue River
Location1.2S of Crete
RouteCounty Highway 3027
Coordinates40.5969, -96.9607
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length352 ft (107.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,710 (2011)
Projected traffic3,710 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 3027 over Big Blue River built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 3027 over 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 3027 over Big Blue River carry?

About 3,710 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 3027 over Big Blue River?

The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 3027 over Big Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.