US Bridges

N2 over Stream

Good

Otoe County, Nebraska · Wjct US75/N2 .5NW · Structure no. S002 50278

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,425
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 1993, so it is 32 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 9,425 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,965 by 2038. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesN2
CrossesStream
LocationWjct US75/N2 .5NW
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates40.6728, -95.9164
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,425 (2018)
Projected traffic16,965 by 2038
Trucks27%
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 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

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 2023.

How much traffic does N2 over Stream carry?

About 9,425 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is N2 over Stream?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns N2 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.