N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk
GoodThayer County, Nebraska · 7N Deshler · Structure no. S005 00635
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 450
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk is a concrete culvert carrying N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk in Thayer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk carry?
About 450 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N5 over Big Sandy Creek S Fk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.