US Bridges

US73/US159 over Stream

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Richardson County, Nebraska · 1S Falls City · Structure no. S073 00265

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,105
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US73/US159 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US73/US159 over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,105 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,631 by 2038. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesUS73/US159
CrossesStream
Location1S Falls City
RouteU.S. Route 73
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0385, -95.5958
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 inspectionAugust 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
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 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 traffic2,105 (2018)
Projected traffic2,631 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 US73/US159 over Stream built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US73/US159 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US73/US159 over Stream carry?

About 2,105 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US73/US159 over Stream?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US73/US159 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.