US Bridges

L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream

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Franklin County, Nebraska · 1W Franklin · Structure no. SL31D00024

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
455
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream in Franklin County, Nebraska. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 455 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 501 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesL31D Franklin Cnlk
CrossesStream
Location1W Franklin
RouteState Highway 0L31D
CountyFranklin County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1021, -98.9668
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
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 traffic455 (2018)
Projected traffic501 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream 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 2021.

How much traffic does L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream carry?

About 455 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream?

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

Who owns L31D Franklin Cnlk over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.