FAS 1990 over Ash Creek
PoorPosted for loadWebster County, Nebraska · JCT US136/N78 2.6S .6E · Structure no. C009104220P
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 69 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1990 over Ash Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 1990 over Ash Creek in Webster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 90 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2033. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1990 over Ash Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is FAS 1990 over Ash Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 1990 over Ash Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is FAS 1990 over Ash Creek?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1990 over Ash Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.