US Bridges

US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch

Good

Colfax County, Nebraska · 4E Schuyler · Structure no. S030 40004

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,480
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch in Colfax County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 7,480 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,846 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS30
CrossesHughes Payzant Ditch
Location4E Schuyler
RouteU.S. Route 30
Coordinates41.4673, -96.9933
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating58.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,480 (2018)
Projected traffic10,846 by 2038
Trucks13%
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch 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 2021.

How much traffic does US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch carry?

About 7,480 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns US30 over Hughes Payzant Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.