US Bridges

Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal

Fair

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 4S of Mitchell · Structure no. C007902720

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
670
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 6 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 670 vehicles a day, projected to reach 670 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesMitchell S CR 15-J
CrossesMitchell-Gering Canal
Location4S of Mitchell
RouteCounty Highway 1037
CountyScotts Bluff County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.886, -103.8131
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic670 (2011)
Projected traffic670 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 Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal carry?

About 670 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Mitchell S CR 15-J over Mitchell-Gering Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.