Township Road over Sand Creek
GoodPosted for loadSaunders County, Nebraska · 3S 1E of Morse Bluff · Structure no. C007811770
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 118 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Township Road over Sand Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Township Road over Sand Creek in Saunders County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Township Road over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is Township Road over Sand 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 Township Road over Sand Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Township Road over Sand Creek?
The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Township Road over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.