US Bridges

N2 over Stream

Good

Otoe County, Nebraska · 0W Palmyra · Structure no. S002 47662

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,830
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N2 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying N2 over Stream in Otoe County, Nebraska. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 66 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 11,830 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,294 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesN2
CrossesStream
Location0W Palmyra
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates40.7113, -96.3887
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
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 traffic11,830 (2018)
Projected traffic21,294 by 2038
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 N2 over Stream built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is N2 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does N2 over Stream carry?

About 11,830 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is N2 over Stream?

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

Who owns N2 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.