N87 over Clay Creek
GoodSheridan County, Nebraska · 10S White Clay · Structure no. S087 06736
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,045
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N87 over Clay Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N87 over Clay Creek in Sheridan County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,045 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,411 by 2038. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 87 mi (140 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N87 over Clay Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is N87 over Clay Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does N87 over Clay Creek carry?
About 1,045 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is N87 over Clay Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns N87 over Clay Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.