US Bridges

S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary

Good

Saunders County, Nebraska · JCT N92/S78E 1.5N · Structure no. SS78E00145

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
620
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary in Saunders County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 620 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 868 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesS78E Malmo Spur
CrossesWahoo Creek Tributary
LocationJCT N92/S78E 1.5N
RouteState Highway 0S78E
Coordinates41.2266, -96.7168
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic620 (2018)
Projected traffic868 by 2038
Trucks9%
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 S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary carry?

About 620 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns S78E Malmo Spur over Wahoo Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.