US Bridges

Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State Canal

Fair

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · JCT N92/L-79E 1E 4N · Structure no. C007925910

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
66 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
635
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State Canal is a concrete channel beam carrying Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State 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 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.

It carries about 635 vehicles a day, projected to reach 635 by 2033. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesSgate RD CR 29 @ K
CrossesTri-State Canal
LocationJCT N92/L-79E 1E 4N
RouteCounty Highway 1080
CountyScotts Bluff County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.8733, -103.4983
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic635 (2011)
Projected traffic635 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State Canal built?

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

What condition is Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State 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 Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State Canal carry?

About 635 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State Canal?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Sgate RD CR 29 @ K over Tri-State Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.