US Bridges

Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · .3N 174th & US6 · Structure no. C002802905P

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,046
2005 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek is a steel culvert carrying Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 1,046 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 781 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesOld Lincoln HWY
CrossesOld Lincoln HWY Creek
Location.3N 174th & US6
RouteCounty Highway 0P29
Coordinates41.267, -96.1868
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,046 (2005)
Projected traffic781 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek 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 Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek carry?

About 1,046 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Old Lincoln HWY over Old Lincoln HWY Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.