US Bridges

NB US81 over Galaway Creek

Good

York County, Nebraska · .5S Mccool Junction · Structure no. S081 05250R

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
87 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,490
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NB US81 over Galaway Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB US81 over Galaway Creek in York County, Nebraska. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 7,490 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,486 by 2038. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesNB US81
CrossesGalaway Creek
Location.5S Mccool Junction
RouteU.S. Route 81
CountyYork County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.7371, -97.6029
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.9 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,490 (2018)
Projected traffic10,486 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 NB US81 over Galaway Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is NB US81 over Galaway 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does NB US81 over Galaway Creek carry?

About 7,490 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is NB US81 over Galaway Creek?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns NB US81 over Galaway Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.