N71 over Gering Drain Trib.
GoodScotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 1.8 S Gering · Structure no. S071 05587A
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,855
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N71 over Gering Drain Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying N71 over Gering Drain Trib. in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,855 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,204 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N71 over Gering Drain Trib. built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is N71 over Gering Drain Trib. 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 2022.
How much traffic does N71 over Gering Drain Trib. carry?
About 3,855 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is N71 over Gering Drain Trib.?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N71 over Gering Drain Trib.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.