US Bridges

N22 over Stream

Good

Platte County, Nebraska · 6E Monroe · Structure no. S022 08736

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,965
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N22 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying N22 over Stream in Platte 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 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 4,965 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,703 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesN22
CrossesStream
Location6E Monroe
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates41.4751, -97.485
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,965 (2018)
Projected traffic6,703 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 N22 over Stream built?

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

What condition is N22 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does N22 over Stream carry?

About 4,965 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is N22 over Stream?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns N22 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.