NB US81 over Little Blue River
GoodThayer County, Nebraska · .25S of Hebron · Structure no. S081 01219R
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 480 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,285
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NB US81 over Little Blue River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB US81 over Little Blue River in Thayer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 4,285 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,785 by 2038. The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long and 41 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 NB US81 over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is NB US81 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does NB US81 over Little Blue River carry?
About 4,285 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is NB US81 over Little Blue River?
The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns NB US81 over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.