US Bridges

Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek

Fair

Sarpy County, Nebraska · In Capehart · Structure no. C007704105P

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
322 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,180
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 9,180 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,200 by 2033. The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 5081
CrossesBig Papillion Creek
LocationIn Capehart
RouteCity Street 5081
CountySarpy County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.1412, -95.9475
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length322 ft (98.1 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,180 (2010)
Projected traffic10,200 by 2033
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 5081 over Big Papillion 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek carry?

About 9,180 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek?

The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 5081 over Big Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.