US Bridges

N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J

Good

Burt County, Nebraska · 0W Oakland · Structure no. S032 08711

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
166 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,615
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J in Burt County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,615 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,423 by 2038. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesN32
CrossesBNSF RR 083-157-J
Location0W Oakland
RouteState Highway 32
CountyBurt County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.8267, -96.4694
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.8 US tons
Inventory rating56.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length166 ft (50.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,615 (2018)
Projected traffic2,423 by 2038
Trucks21%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for 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 N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J carry?

About 1,615 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J?

The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns N32 over BNSF RR 083-157-J?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.