US Bridges

US81/N92 over Davis Creek

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Polk County, Nebraska · In Osceola · Structure no. S081 08578

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
85 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,970
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US81/N92 over Davis Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US81/N92 over Davis Creek in Polk County, Nebraska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 3,970 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,955 by 2038. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS81/N92
CrossesDavis Creek
LocationIn Osceola
RouteU.S. Route 81
CountyPolk County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.18319, -97.54525
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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating47.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,970 (2018)
Projected traffic5,955 by 2038
Trucks15%
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/N92 over Davis Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US81/N92 over Davis Creek 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US81/N92 over Davis Creek carry?

About 3,970 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US81/N92 over Davis Creek?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US81/N92 over Davis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.