US Bridges

US26 over Tri-State Canal

Good

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 2E Mitchell · Structure no. S026 01622

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,665
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US26 over Tri-State Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US26 over Tri-State Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 8,665 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,131 by 2038. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesUS26
CrossesTri-State Canal
Location2E Mitchell
RouteU.S. Route 26
Coordinates41.9286, -103.7697
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 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 traffic8,665 (2018)
Projected traffic12,131 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US26 over Tri-State Canal built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US26 over Tri-State 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US26 over Tri-State Canal carry?

About 8,665 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US26 over Tri-State Canal?

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

Who owns US26 over Tri-State Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.