US Bridges

US30 over Gothenburg Canal

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 6W Gothenburg · Structure no. S030 20687

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
72 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,955
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US30 over Gothenburg Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US30 over Gothenburg Canal in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 1,955 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,542 by 2038. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 149.1 mi (240 km).

CarriesUS30
CrossesGothenburg Canal
Location6W Gothenburg
RouteU.S. Route 30
Coordinates40.9733, -100.2707
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 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 traffic1,955 (2018)
Projected traffic2,542 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed149.1 mi (240 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US30 over Gothenburg Canal built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is US30 over Gothenburg Canal 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does US30 over Gothenburg Canal carry?

About 1,955 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US30 over Gothenburg Canal?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US30 over Gothenburg Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.