US Bridges

15th ST over Lincoln Ave

Fair

York County, Nebraska · In York · Structure no. U269506208

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
965
2003 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

15th ST over Lincoln Ave is a concrete frame carrying 15th ST over Lincoln Ave in York County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 965 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,351 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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Carries15th ST
CrossesLincoln Ave
LocationIn York
RouteCity Street 0H24
CountyYork County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8745, -97.593
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic965 (2003)
Projected traffic1,351 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 15th ST over Lincoln Ave built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is 15th ST over Lincoln Ave 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does 15th ST over Lincoln Ave carry?

About 965 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 15th ST over Lincoln Ave?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns 15th ST over Lincoln Ave?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.