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847th RD over Plum Creek Trib

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Wayne County, Nebraska · 8.3S 3.7E of Wayne · Structure no. C009013640

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
110
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

847th RD over Plum Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying 847th RD over Plum Creek Trib in Wayne County, Nebraska. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 110 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries847th RD
CrossesPlum Creek Trib
Location8.3S 3.7E of Wayne
RouteCounty Highway 7791
CountyWayne County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.1051, -96.9435
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating48.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic110 (1998)
Projected traffic110 by 2042
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 847th RD over Plum Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is 847th RD over Plum 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 847th RD over Plum Creek Trib carry?

About 110 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is 847th RD over Plum Creek Trib?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 847th RD over Plum Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.