US Bridges

Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal

Good

Valley County, Nebraska · 1.4N Arcadia · Structure no. C008811115

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
78 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
155
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal in Valley County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 155 vehicles a day, projected to reach 155 by 2033. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesColl 7477
CrossesSherman Reservoir Canal
Location1.4N Arcadia
RouteCounty Highway 7477
Coordinates41.449, -99.116
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic155 (1998)
Projected traffic155 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal carry?

About 155 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7477 over Sherman Reservoir Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.