US Bridges

US20 over Middle Logan Creek

Fair

Pierce County, Nebraska · 2W Randolph · Structure no. S020 37580

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,635
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US20 over Middle Logan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US20 over Middle Logan Creek in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,635 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,426 by 2038. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 217.5 mi (350 km).

Location

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CarriesUS20
CrossesMiddle Logan Creek
Location2W Randolph
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyPierce County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.37, -97.3911
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic2,635 (2018)
Projected traffic3,426 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed217.5 mi (350 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 US20 over Middle Logan Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is US20 over Middle Logan Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US20 over Middle Logan Creek carry?

About 2,635 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US20 over Middle Logan Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US20 over Middle Logan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.