US30 over Big Papillion Creek
GoodWashington County, Nebraska · 6SW Blair · Structure no. S030 44226
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,945
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US30 over Big Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US30 over Big Papillion Creek in Washington County, Nebraska. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 59 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 6,945 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,029 by 2038. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US30 over Big Papillion Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is US30 over Big Papillion Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US30 over Big Papillion Creek carry?
About 6,945 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US30 over Big Papillion Creek?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US30 over Big Papillion Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.