US Bridges

72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream

Fair

Douglas County, Nebraska · Omaha 72nd @ Main ST · Structure no. U182504704

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,095
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 6 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 31,095 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,280 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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Carries72nd ST /Fau 5037
CrossesStream
LocationOmaha 72nd @ Main ST
RouteCity Street 5037
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.2015, -96.0238
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,095 (2012)
Projected traffic29,280 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is 72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does 72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream carry?

About 31,095 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 72nd ST /Fau 5037 over Stream?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.