US Bridges

Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib

Good

Valley County, Nebraska · 4.1E of Ord · Structure no. C008802015P

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
135
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib is a steel culvert carrying Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib in Valley County, Nebraska. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 135 vehicles a day, projected to reach 229 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesSpringdale RD
CrossesNorth Loup River Trib
Location4.1E of Ord
RouteCounty Highway 7483
CountyValley County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.604, -98.8408
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.5 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic135 (1998)
Projected traffic229 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib 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 Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib carry?

About 135 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns Springdale RD over North Loup River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.