US Bridges

Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway

Good

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 1.5S Gering · Structure no. S071 05610

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
294 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,855
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway 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 294 ft (89.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesRamp over N71
CrossesN71 Expressway
Location1.5S Gering
RouteState Highway 71
Coordinates41.7954, -103.674
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length294 ft (89.6 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,855 (2018)
Projected traffic5,204 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway 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 Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway carry?

About 3,855 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway?

The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp over N71 over N71 Expressway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.