US Bridges

Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163)

Fair

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 1.5N 2.5E of Malcolm · Structure no. C005501807

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
187
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163) is a concrete culvert carrying Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 187 vehicles a day, projected to reach 318 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesWaverly RD/COL7826
CrossesStream (e 163)
Location1.5N 2.5E of Malcolm
RouteCounty Highway 7826
CountyLancaster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.9301, -96.8158
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic187 (2014)
Projected traffic318 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163) built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163) 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163) carry?

About 187 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163)?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Waverly RD/COL7826 over Stream (e 163)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.