US Bridges

Adams ST over Stream (j 98)

Fair

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 5S 3E of Waverly · Structure no. C005523020

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
141
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Adams ST over Stream (j 98) is a concrete culvert carrying Adams ST over Stream (j 98) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 141 vehicles a day, projected to reach 240 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesAdams ST
CrossesStream (j 98)
Location5S 3E of Waverly
RouteCounty Highway 230
CountyLancaster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8419, -96.4689
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than 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 traffic141 (2017)
Projected traffic240 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 Adams ST over Stream (j 98) built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Adams ST over Stream (j 98) 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 2025.

How much traffic does Adams ST over Stream (j 98) carry?

About 141 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Adams ST over Stream (j 98)?

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

Who owns Adams ST over Stream (j 98)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.