US Bridges

Coll 7944 over Ray Creek

Good

Washington County, Nebraska · 2.5N .3W Arlington · Structure no. C008902805

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7944 over Ray Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Coll 7944 over Ray Creek in Washington 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 102 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesColl 7944
CrossesRay Creek
Location2.5N .3W Arlington
RouteCounty Highway 7944
Coordinates41.4948, -96.3717
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.6 US tons
Inventory rating47.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (1998)
Projected traffic102 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7944 over Ray Creek built?

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

What condition is Coll 7944 over Ray 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Coll 7944 over Ray Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7944 over Ray Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns Coll 7944 over Ray Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.