US Bridges

Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River

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Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 1.9S Morrill · Structure no. C007911507

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
434 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,355
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,355 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,355 by 2033. The structure is 434 ft (132.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 118.1 mi (190 km).

Location

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CarriesMorrill S. CR 8-E
CrossesNorth Platte River
Location1.9S Morrill
RouteCounty Highway 1035
CountyScotts Bluff County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.9367, -103.93
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.3 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length434 ft (132.3 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,355 (2011)
Projected traffic1,355 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed118.1 mi (190 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 Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River carry?

About 1,355 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River?

The structure is 434 ft (132.3 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Morrill S. CR 8-E over North Platte River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.