US Bridges

L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream

Good

Buffalo County, Nebraska · 3S Shelton · Structure no. SL10D00140

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
690
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream in Buffalo County, Nebraska. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 690 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 897 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesL10D Shelton Cnlk
CrossesStream
Location3S Shelton
RouteState Highway 0L10D
CountyBuffalo County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.7408, -98.7408
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic690 (2018)
Projected traffic897 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream carry?

About 690 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns L10D Shelton Cnlk over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.