US26 over Minatare Canal
GoodScotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 5NW Minatare · Structure no. S026 02807
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,760
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US26 over Minatare Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US26 over Minatare Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 64 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 5,760 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,640 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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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 Minatare Canal built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US26 over Minatare 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 Minatare Canal carry?
About 5,760 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US26 over Minatare Canal?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US26 over Minatare Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.