US26 over Tub Springs Creek
GoodScotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 4W Scottsbluff · Structure no. S026 01923
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,665
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US26 over Tub Springs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US26 over Tub Springs Creek 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 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US26 over Tub Springs Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US26 over Tub Springs Creek 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 Tub Springs Creek carry?
About 8,665 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US26 over Tub Springs Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US26 over Tub Springs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.