County Highway over Big Blue River
PoorPosted for loadSeward County, Nebraska · 2S 1.5E of Seward · Structure no. C008002615
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 161 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over Big Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over Big Blue River in Seward County, Nebraska. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 102 by 2033. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over Big Blue River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does County Highway over Big Blue River carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over Big Blue River?
The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over Big Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.