US Bridges

FAS 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal

Good

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 3S Morrill · Structure no. C007911505

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
420
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 73 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 420 vehicles a day, projected to reach 420 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesFAS 1035 Morrill S
CrossesMitchell-Gering Canal
Location3S Morrill
RouteCounty Highway 1035
Coordinates41.9233, -103.9283
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic420 (2011)
Projected traffic420 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 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is FAS 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal 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 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal carry?

About 420 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 1035 Morrill S over Mitchell-Gering Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.