N70 over Elm Creek Trib
GoodValley County, Nebraska · 7NE Ord · Structure no. S070 12984
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N70 over Elm Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying N70 over Elm Creek Trib in Valley County, Nebraska. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N70 over Elm Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is N70 over Elm Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does N70 over Elm Creek Trib carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is N70 over Elm Creek Trib?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N70 over Elm Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.