US Bridges

US81 over Stream

Good

Pierce County, Nebraska · 4N Norfolk · Structure no. S081 16132

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,565
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US81 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US81 over Stream in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8,565 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,991 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS81
CrossesStream
Location4N Norfolk
RouteU.S. Route 81
CountyPierce County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.096, -97.4266
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 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 traffic8,565 (2018)
Projected traffic11,991 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US81 over Stream built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US81 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US81 over Stream carry?

About 8,565 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US81 over Stream?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US81 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.