US Bridges

US30 over Warm Slough Overflow

Good

Merrick County, Nebraska · 2.4W 1.7S of Central City · Structure no. S030 33468

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Prestressed Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,345
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US30 over Warm Slough Overflow is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying US30 over Warm Slough Overflow in Merrick County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 6,345 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,249 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS30
CrossesWarm Slough Overflow
Location2.4W 1.7S of Central City
RouteU.S. Route 30
Coordinates41.0903, -98.0454
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,345 (2018)
Projected traffic8,249 by 2038
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US30 over Warm Slough Overflow built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US30 over Warm Slough Overflow 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 2024.

How much traffic does US30 over Warm Slough Overflow carry?

About 6,345 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US30 over Warm Slough Overflow?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US30 over Warm Slough Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.