US Bridges

R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River

Good

Valley County, Nebraska · Wjct N11/N70 6.2N 3.3W · Structure no. C008812105P

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
322 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
235
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River in Valley County, Nebraska. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 235 vehicles a day, projected to reach 265 by 2033. The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 149.1 mi (240 km).

CarriesR88B Fort Hartsuff
CrossesNorth Loup River
LocationWjct N11/N70 6.2N 3.3W
RouteCounty Highway 0R88B
Coordinates41.6918, -99.0058
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
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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length322 ft (98.1 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic235 (2011)
Projected traffic265 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed149.1 mi (240 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 R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River carry?

About 235 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River?

The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns R88B Fort Hartsuff over North Loup River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.