US Bridges

Amberly Way over Stream (h 247)

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · S.Edge of Waverly · Structure no. M258522003P

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,086
1998 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Amberly Way over Stream (h 247) is a concrete culvert carrying Amberly Way over Stream (h 247) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 3,086 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,166 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesAmberly Way
CrossesStream (h 247)
LocationS.Edge of Waverly
RouteCity Street 0P220
Coordinates40.9069, -96.5295
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,086 (1998)
Projected traffic4,166 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Amberly Way over Stream (h 247) built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Amberly Way over Stream (h 247) 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Amberly Way over Stream (h 247) carry?

About 3,086 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Amberly Way over Stream (h 247)?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Amberly Way over Stream (h 247)?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.