US Bridges

I80 over Ash Hollow Creek

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 3N Waverly Intrchg · Structure no. S080 41204

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,240
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over Ash Hollow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I80 over Ash Hollow Creek in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 49,240 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,936 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesI80
CrossesAsh Hollow Creek
Location3N Waverly Intrchg
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates40.9031, -96.5272
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic49,240 (2018)
Projected traffic68,936 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 over Ash Hollow Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is I80 over Ash Hollow Creek 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does I80 over Ash Hollow Creek carry?

About 49,240 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I80 over Ash Hollow Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I80 over Ash Hollow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.