US Bridges

Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 118th & Maple ST · Structure no. U1825K1435

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
149 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,610
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,610 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2033. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesOld Mpl RD/FAU5154
CrossesBig Papillion Creek
Location118th & Maple ST
RouteCity Street 5154
Coordinates41.2924, -96.0982
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating41.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,610 (2013)
Projected traffic1,710 by 2033
Trucks5%
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

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 Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big 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 Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek carry?

About 1,610 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Old Mpl RD/FAU5154 over Big Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.