First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River
GoodThayer County, Nebraska · Hebron 1st @ Jefferson · Structure no. M117002513
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 342 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,045
- 2011 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River in Thayer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 1,045 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,411 by 2033. The structure is 342 ft (104.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is First St/Fas 2685 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River carry?
About 1,045 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River?
The structure is 342 ft (104.2 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns First St/Fas 2685 over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.