US Bridges

Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek

FairPosted for load

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · Wjct US26/N29 7E · Structure no. C007921015

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
650
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 650 vehicles a day, projected to reach 650 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesExp FM RD CR E-20
CrossesTub Springs Creek
LocationWjct US26/N29 7E
RouteCounty Highway 1080
Coordinates41.9439, -103.6785
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.2 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic650 (2011)
Projected traffic650 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 Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek 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 Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek carry?

About 650 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Exp FM RD CR E-20 over Tub Springs Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.