US81 over Corporation Gulch
GoodMadison County, Nebraska · 0S Norfolk · Structure no. S081 15616
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,150
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US81 over Corporation Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying US81 over Corporation Gulch in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 96 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 16,150 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,188 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US81 over Corporation Gulch built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US81 over Corporation Gulch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US81 over Corporation Gulch carry?
About 16,150 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US81 over Corporation Gulch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US81 over Corporation Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.