US Bridges

FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek

Good

Thayer County, Nebraska · 2N N4 Nuckolls Cl · Structure no. C008500130

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
53 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
185
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek in Thayer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 185 vehicles a day, projected to reach 185 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAS 2715
CrossesBig Sandy Creek
Location2N N4 Nuckolls Cl
RouteCounty Highway 2715
Coordinates40.3343, -97.8207
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic185 (2011)
Projected traffic185 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 FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 2715 over Big Sandy 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek carry?

About 185 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 2715 over Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.