Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib
FairPosted for loadSarpy County, Nebraska · 1.3S 8.6W Springfield · Structure no. C007702005
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 170 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Ruff Road over Western Sarpy Ditch Trib?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.