US Bridges

S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 3N Denton · Structure no. SS55A00216

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesS55A Denton Spur
CrossesHaines Branch Trib
Location3N Denton
RouteState Highway 0S55A
Coordinates40.783, -96.835
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating48.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,900 (2018)
Projected traffic2,470 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib 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 S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib carry?

About 1,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns S55A Denton Spur over Haines Branch Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.