Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough
FairLancaster County, Nebraska · 6.8 NW of JCT US 2 · Structure no. S002 46092
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,600
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough is a concrete continuous slab carrying Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough 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 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 31,600 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,980 by 2038. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough carry?
About 31,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns Nebraska Parkway over 38th ST at Beal Slough?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.