US Bridges

N27 over Stream

Fair

Sheridan County, Nebraska · In Gordon · Structure no. S027 22386

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,035
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N27 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying N27 over Stream in Sheridan County, Nebraska. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,035 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,397 by 2038. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesN27
CrossesStream
LocationIn Gordon
RouteState Highway 27
CountySheridan County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.8327, -102.203
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 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 traffic1,035 (2018)
Projected traffic1,397 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 N27 over Stream built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is N27 over Stream 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does N27 over Stream carry?

About 1,035 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is N27 over Stream?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns N27 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.