US Bridges

Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal

FairPosted for load

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 1.2NW of Lake Minatare · Structure no. C007915725

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2007, 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).

Location

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CarriesJenkins RD CR-29-C
CrossesHigh Line Canal
Location1.2NW of Lake Minatare
RouteCounty Highway 157
CountyScotts Bluff County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.9649, -103.5197
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.8 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2003)
Projected traffic51 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed620.7 mi (999 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 Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line 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 Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Jenkins RD CR-29-C over High Line Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.