US Bridges

L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 2S Hershey · Structure no. SL56C00038

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,940
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 2,940 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,440 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 km).

CarriesL56C Hershey Cnlk
CrossesStream
Location2S Hershey
RouteState Highway 0L56C
Coordinates41.1395, -101.0024
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic2,940 (2018)
Projected traffic3,440 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed111.8 mi (180 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 L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream carry?

About 2,940 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns L56C Hershey Cnlk over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.