US Bridges

US20 over Stream

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Cedar County, Nebraska · 1E Cedar/Pierce Cl · Structure no. S020 37797

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,870
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US20 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US20 over Stream in Cedar County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,870 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,731 by 2038. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS20
CrossesStream
Location1E Cedar/Pierce Cl
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyCedar County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.3834, -97.3532
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 loadH 15
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,870 (2018)
Projected traffic3,731 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 US20 over Stream built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is US20 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US20 over Stream carry?

About 2,870 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US20 over Stream?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns US20 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.