County Highway over Little Blue River
GoodPosted for loadThayer County, Nebraska · 1.7E 3.3N of Deshler · Structure no. C008511510
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 240 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over Little Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Highway over Little Blue River in Thayer 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 108 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over Little Blue River 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does County Highway over Little Blue River carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is County Highway over Little Blue River?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns County Highway over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.