US Bridges

US81 over Stream

Good

Madison County, Nebraska · 3N Norfolk · Structure no. S081 16034

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,340
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US81 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US81 over Stream in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 9,340 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,076 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS81
CrossesStream
Location3N Norfolk
RouteU.S. Route 81
CountyMadison County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.0817, -97.4267
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,340 (2018)
Projected traffic13,076 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US81 over Stream built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US81 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US81 over Stream carry?

About 9,340 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US81 over Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US81 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.