US Bridges

Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A

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Adams County, Nebraska · 1670 N. Showboat Blvd · Structure no. C000124107

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
216 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,485
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 4,485 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,885 by 2042. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesShowboat Blvd.
CrossesUPRR 813-896-A
Location1670 N. Showboat Blvd
RouteCounty Highway 2175
CountyAdams County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.6019, -98.3544
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93.7 US tons
Inventory rating56.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,485 (2019)
Projected traffic4,885 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A 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 Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A carry?

About 4,485 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Showboat Blvd. over UPRR 813-896-A?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.