US Bridges

Elkhorn Wayside over Stream

Fair

Madison County, Nebraska · Elkhorn Wayside Area · Structure no. S081 15862L

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
State
Other State Agency

About this bridge

Elkhorn Wayside over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Elkhorn Wayside over Stream in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesElkhorn Wayside
CrossesStream
LocationElkhorn Wayside Area
RouteCounty Highway 0P241
CountyMadison County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.06, -97.4299
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic25 (2003)
Projected traffic36 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther State Agency
Maintained byOther State 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 Elkhorn Wayside over Stream built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elkhorn Wayside over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does Elkhorn Wayside over Stream carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is Elkhorn Wayside over Stream?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Elkhorn Wayside over Stream?

It is owned by the Other State Agency.