US Bridges

216th ST over West Papio Creek

Fair

Douglas County, Nebraska · JCT N64/N31 1N 1W · Structure no. C002812303

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
725
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

216th ST over West Papio Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 216th ST over West Papio Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 725 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,232 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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Carries216th ST
CrossesWest Papio Creek
LocationJCT N64/N31 1N 1W
RouteCounty Highway 123
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.3083, -96.2533
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic725 (2005)
Projected traffic1,232 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

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 216th ST over West Papio Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is 216th ST over West Papio Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does 216th ST over West Papio Creek carry?

About 725 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 216th ST over West Papio Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns 216th ST over West Papio Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.