US Bridges

US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek

Fair

Sarpy County, Nebraska · 3N Gretna · Structure no. S006 35099

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,520
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 6 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 22,520 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,788 by 2038. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS6/N31
CrossesS Br Papillion Creek
Location3N Gretna
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountySarpy County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.1756, -96.2343
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,520 (2018)
Projected traffic42,788 by 2038
Trucks4%
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 US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is US6/N31 over S Br 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek carry?

About 22,520 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US6/N31 over S Br Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.