US Bridges

US138 over Stream

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Deuel County, Nebraska · In Big Springs · Structure no. S138 00970

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
590
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US138 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US138 over Stream in Deuel County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 767 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 68.4 mi (110 km).

Location

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CarriesUS138
CrossesStream
LocationIn Big Springs
RouteU.S. Route 138
CountyDeuel County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.066, -102.0746
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 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 traffic590 (2018)
Projected traffic767 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed68.4 mi (110 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US138 over Stream built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 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 2023.

How much traffic does US138 over Stream carry?

About 590 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US138 over Stream?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US138 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.