US Bridges

West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 1.5S 1W Waterloo · Structure no. C002802005

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,030
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 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 1,030 vehicles a day, projected to reach 820 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesWest Dodge RD
CrossesElkhorn River Trib
Location1.5S 1W Waterloo
RouteCounty Highway 20
Coordinates41.2628, -96.3113
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,030 (2011)
Projected traffic820 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Dodge RD 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 2024.

How much traffic does West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib carry?

About 1,030 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns West Dodge RD over Elkhorn River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.