US Bridges

US20/N87 over Stream

Good

Sheridan County, Nebraska · 4E Hay Springs · Structure no. S020 08350

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,535
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US20/N87 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US20/N87 over Stream in Sheridan County, Nebraska. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 63 years old, older 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 2,535 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,296 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS20/N87
CrossesStream
Location4E Hay Springs
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountySheridan County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.6975, -102.6083
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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,535 (2018)
Projected traffic3,296 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 US20/N87 over Stream built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is US20/N87 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US20/N87 over Stream carry?

About 2,535 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US20/N87 over Stream?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US20/N87 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.