US Bridges

FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek

Good

Valley County, Nebraska · Wjct N11/N70 .6N 5.8W · Structure no. C008802015

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
435
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek is a steel culvert carrying FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek in Valley County, Nebraska. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 435 vehicles a day, projected to reach 435 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesFAS 1680
CrossesS Br Turtle Creek
LocationWjct N11/N70 .6N 5.8W
RouteCounty Highway 1680
Coordinates41.6115, -99.0551
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
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.4 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic435 (2011)
Projected traffic435 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek carry?

About 435 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 1680 over S Br Turtle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.