US Bridges

US83 over Stream

Fair

Cherry County, Nebraska · 4NW Valentine · Structure no. S083 21739

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,440
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US83 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying US83 over Stream in Cherry County, Nebraska. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 73 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 5 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 2,440 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,172 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS83
CrossesStream
Location4NW Valentine
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyCherry County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.9251, -100.5735
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,440 (2018)
Projected traffic3,172 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 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 US83 over Stream built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US83 over Stream 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does US83 over Stream carry?

About 2,440 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US83 over Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US83 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.