US Bridges

US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary

Fair

Nemaha County, Nebraska · 9E Tecumseh · Structure no. S136 21964

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,980
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary in Nemaha County, Nebraska. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 86 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 1,980 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,168 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS136
CrossesMuddy Creek Tributary
Location9E Tecumseh
RouteU.S. Route 136
CountyNemaha County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.3782, -96.02
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic1,980 (2018)
Projected traffic3,168 by 2038
Trucks12%
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 US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary carry?

About 1,980 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US136 over Muddy Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.