US Bridges

Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek

Good

Webster County, Nebraska · Cowles 1st @ Webster · Structure no. M058513125

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
135
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek in Webster County, Nebraska. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 135 vehicles a day, projected to reach 135 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesWebster ST/FAS2155
CrossesElm Creek
LocationCowles 1st @ Webster
RouteCity Street 2155
CountyWebster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1717, -98.4443
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.6 US tons
Inventory rating47.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.5 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 traffic135 (2011)
Projected traffic135 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek carry?

About 135 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Webster ST/FAS2155 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.