US Bridges

FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch

Good

Washington County, Nebraska · Wjct US30/US73 5.2N 1.6E · Structure no. C008931015P

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch in Washington County, Nebraska. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 3880
CrossesPeterson Ditch
LocationWjct US30/US73 5.2N 1.6E
RouteCounty Highway 3880
CountyWashington County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.6181, -96.1709
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2011)
Projected traffic40 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 3880 over Peterson Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.