US Bridges

180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · .3S 180th & N64 · Structure no. C002812910

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
107 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
894
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 894 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,519 by 2033. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries180th ST
CrossesWhispering Ridge Creek
Location.3S 180th & N64
RouteCounty Highway 129
Coordinates41.287, -96.196
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length107 ft (32.6 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.4 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic894 (2005)
Projected traffic1,519 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
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 180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is 180th ST over Whispering Ridge 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 180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek carry?

About 894 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is 180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek?

The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns 180th ST over Whispering Ridge Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.