US Bridges

154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib

Fair

Seward County, Nebraska · 8E of Seward · Structure no. C008004732

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
95
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib in Seward County, Nebraska. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95 by 2033. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Carries154 RD
CrossesMiddle Creek N Fk Trib
Location8E of Seward
RouteCounty Highway 7755
Coordinates40.9032, -96.9297
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.2 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95 (1998)
Projected traffic95 by 2033
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is 154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does 154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib carry?

About 95 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is 154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 154 RD over Middle Creek N Fk Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.