US Bridges

252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 1W of Waterloo · Structure no. C002801710

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
163
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying 252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib in Douglas 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 163 vehicles a day, projected to reach 277 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries252nd Street
CrossesElkhorn River Trib
Location1W of Waterloo
RouteCounty Highway 17
Coordinates41.2904, -96.3115
Functional classRural 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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating45.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic163 (2005)
Projected traffic277 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib built?

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

What condition is 252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does 252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib carry?

About 163 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is 252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns 252nd Street over Elkhorn River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.