US Bridges

Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary

Good

Stanton County, Nebraska · 6W 12.5S of Stanton · Structure no. C008400307

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary in Stanton County, Nebraska. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesColl 7701
CrossesMeridian Creek Tributary
Location6W 12.5S of Stanton
RouteCounty Highway 7701
Coordinates41.7636, -97.3486
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic35 (1998)
Projected traffic59 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Coll 7701 over Meridian Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.