US Bridges

US81 over Stream

Good

Butler County, Nebraska · 4S Columbus · Structure no. S081 10748

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US81 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US81 over Stream in Butler County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,745 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS81
CrossesStream
Location4S Columbus
RouteU.S. Route 81
Coordinates41.3698, -97.3682
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,100 (2018)
Projected traffic11,745 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US81 over Stream built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US81 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US81 over Stream carry?

About 8,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US81 over Stream?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US81 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.