US Bridges

W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141)

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 1.5S .25W of Kramer · Structure no. C005506803

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
54
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141) is a concrete culvert carrying W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 54 vehicles a day, projected to reach 92 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesW Princeton RD
CrossesStream (V-141)
Location1.5S .25W of Kramer
RouteCounty Highway 68
Coordinates40.5669, -96.879
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic54 (2016)
Projected traffic92 by 2042
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 W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141) built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141) 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141) carry?

About 54 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141)?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns W Princeton RD over Stream (V-141)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.