N78 over Republican River Tributa
FairWebster County, Nebraska · 1S Guide Rock · Structure no. S078 00354
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 380
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N78 over Republican River Tributa is a concrete culvert carrying N78 over Republican River Tributa in Webster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 380 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 437 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N78 over Republican River Tributa built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is N78 over Republican River Tributa in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does N78 over Republican River Tributa carry?
About 380 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is N78 over Republican River Tributa?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N78 over Republican River Tributa?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.