US Bridges

149th ST over Papillion Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 245' South of "b · Structure no. U182503010P

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
234 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2016 count
Owner
Private
Private (other than railroad)

About this bridge

149th ST over Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 149th ST over Papillion Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2036. The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Carries149th ST
CrossesPapillion Creek
Location245' South of "b
RouteCity Street 0P30
Coordinates41.225, -96.1467
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length234 ft (71.3 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2016)
Projected traffic600 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerPrivate (other than railroad)
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
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 149th ST over Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is 149th ST over Papillion 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 149th ST over Papillion Creek carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 149th ST over Papillion Creek?

The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns 149th ST over Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).