Us81 over Prairie Creek

Good Condition41 years old3,950 vehicles/day

Location

StateNebraska
CountyPolk
Location0s Stromsburg
CarriesUs81
CrossesPrairie Creek
Coordinates41.10810, -97.59830

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length82.0 ft (25 m)
Max Span32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area325 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1985

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,950 (2018)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberS081 07815

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