US Bridges

156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 156th @ Center ST · Structure no. U182503310

Built
1981
44 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
202 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,256
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1981 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 44 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 17,256 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,256 by 2032. The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Carries156th St/Fau 5135
CrossesW Br Papillion Creek
Location156th @ Center ST
RouteCity Street 5135
Coordinates41.2326, -96.1582
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length202 ft (61.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,256 (2012)
Projected traffic18,256 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
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

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 156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is 156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek carry?

About 17,256 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is 156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek?

The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns 156th St/Fau 5135 over W Br Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.