US Bridges

H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib

Good

Otoe County, Nebraska · Palmyra H @ 2nd · Structure no. M1905B0705

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
195
1998 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib in Otoe 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 195 vehicles a day, projected to reach 195 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesH ST
CrossesLittle Nemaha River Trib
LocationPalmyra H @ 2nd
RouteCity Street 7915
Coordinates40.7009, -96.396
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating56.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic195 (1998)
Projected traffic195 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib built?

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

What condition is H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib carry?

About 195 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns H ST over Little Nemaha River Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.