US138 over Stream
GoodDeuel County, Nebraska · 5SW Big Springs · Structure no. S138 00450
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US138 over Stream is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US138 over Stream in Deuel County, Nebraska. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 488 by 2038. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 167.8 mi (270 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US138 over Stream built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is US138 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 2021.
How much traffic does US138 over Stream carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US138 over Stream?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US138 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.