N71 over Pathfinder Canal
GoodScotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 8N Scottsbluff · Structure no. S071 07037
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 955
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N71 over Pathfinder Canal is a concrete culvert carrying N71 over Pathfinder Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 955 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,337 by 2038. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 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 | 9 Excellent | 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 Pathfinder Canal built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is N71 over Pathfinder 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 2022.
How much traffic does N71 over Pathfinder Canal carry?
About 955 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is N71 over Pathfinder Canal?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns N71 over Pathfinder Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.