L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River
FairScotts Bluff County, Nebraska · 1N Melbeta · Structure no. SL79E00145
- Built
- 1919
- 106 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 433 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,675
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. It was built in 1919 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 106 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 5 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 1,675 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,010 by 2038. The structure is 433 ft (132 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River built?
It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River 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 L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River carry?
About 1,675 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River?
The structure is 433 ft (132 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns L79E US26 to N92 over North Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.