US Bridges

CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek

Good

Cheyenne County, Nebraska · 2W Sunol · Structure no. C001716110

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek in Cheyenne County, Nebraska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).

CarriesCO RD 131 MI 13122
CrossesLodgepole Creek
Location2W Sunol
RouteCounty Highway 161
Coordinates41.1533, -102.8017
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2003)
Projected traffic51 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.8 mi (130 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 131 MI 13122 over Lodgepole Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.