US Bridges

N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal

Fair

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 9E Stegal · Structure no. S092 01693

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,760
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal is a concrete culvert carrying N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 61 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,760 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,288 by 2038. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesN92
CrossesMitchell-Gering Canal
Location9E Stegal
RouteState Highway 92
CountyScotts Bluff County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.8682, -103.7818
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,760 (2018)
Projected traffic2,288 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal carry?

About 1,760 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns N92 over Mitchell-Gering Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.