US Bridges

US6 over Stream

Fair

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 3SW Waverly · Structure no. S006 32305

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,985
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US6 over Stream in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 76 years old, older 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 19,985 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,970 by 2038. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesUS6
CrossesStream
Location3SW Waverly
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyLancaster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8923, -96.5739
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic19,985 (2018)
Projected traffic39,970 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US6 over Stream built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is US6 over Stream 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 US6 over Stream carry?

About 19,985 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US6 over Stream?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US6 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.