US Bridges

Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage

Good

Dakota County, Nebraska · S Souix City Vetrans DR · Structure no. U225510500

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2003 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage in Dakota County, Nebraska. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long.

CarriesVeterans Drive
Crosses29th ST Drainage
LocationS Souix City Vetrans DR
RouteCity Street 105
Coordinates42.4554, -96.3902
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.7 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 traffic250 (2003)
Projected traffic300 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Veterans Drive over 29th ST Drainage?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.