US Bridges

W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138)

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · S Edge of Olive CR Lk · Structure no. C005506805

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
64
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138) is a concrete culvert carrying W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 64 vehicles a day, projected to reach 109 by 2037. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesW Princeton RD
CrossesStream (v 138)
LocationS Edge of Olive CR Lk
RouteCounty Highway 68
Coordinates40.5667, -96.8468
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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic64 (2017)
Projected traffic109 by 2037
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138) built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138) 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 2024.

How much traffic does W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138) carry?

About 64 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138)?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns W Princeton RD over Stream (v 138)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.