US Bridges

L62A US26 to US385 over Stream

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Morrill County, Nebraska · 16E Minatare · Structure no. SL62A00648

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,040
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L62A US26 to US385 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying L62A US26 to US385 over Stream in Morrill County, Nebraska. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 92 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 3,040 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,104 by 2038. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesL62A US26 to US385
CrossesStream
Location16E Minatare
RouteState Highway 0L62A
CountyMorrill County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.8162, -103.202
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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic3,040 (2018)
Projected traffic4,104 by 2038
Trucks13%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was L62A US26 to US385 over Stream built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is L62A US26 to US385 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 2024.

How much traffic does L62A US26 to US385 over Stream carry?

About 3,040 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is L62A US26 to US385 over Stream?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns L62A US26 to US385 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.