US Bridges

L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream

Good

Deuel County, Nebraska · In Big Springs · Structure no. SL25B00105

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,465
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream in Deuel County, Nebraska. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,465 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,905 by 2038. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).

CarriesL25B Big Sprngs Cl
CrossesStream
LocationIn Big Springs
RouteState Highway 0L25B
Coordinates41.0609, -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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,465 (2018)
Projected traffic1,905 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed99.4 mi (160 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 L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is L25B Big Sprngs Cl 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 L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream carry?

About 1,465 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns L25B Big Sprngs Cl over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.