US Bridges

CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal

Good

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 6E 4N of Minatare · Structure no. C007917115

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal is a concrete culvert carrying CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesCR 36 - J
CrossesLow Line Canal
Location6E 4N of Minatare
RouteCounty Highway 171
Coordinates41.8767, -103.3817
Functional classRural Local

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal 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 length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2003)
Projected traffic7 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 CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 36 - J over Low Line 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 2024.

How much traffic does CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns CR 36 - J over Low Line Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.