US Bridges

Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek

Fair

Sarpy County, Nebraska · 3.5S of Bellevue · Structure no. C007704705

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
237 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,155
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,155 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,790 by 2033. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 68.4 mi (110 km).

Location

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CarriesHarlan Lewis RD
CrossesBig Papillion Creek
Location3.5S of Bellevue
RouteCounty Highway 3787
CountySarpy County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.0817, -95.8898
Functional classRural Major 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length237 ft (72.2 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,155 (2011)
Projected traffic1,790 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed68.4 mi (110 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harlan Lewis RD 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek carry?

About 1,155 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek?

The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Harlan Lewis RD over Big Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.