US Bridges

I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P

Good

Cheyenne County, Nebraska · 1E West Sidney Interchg · Structure no. S080 05620R

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
128 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,750
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P in Cheyenne County, Nebraska. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 51 years old, older 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 7,750 vehicles a day, roughly 63% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,750 by 2038. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesI80
CrossesBNSF RR 089-028-P
Location1E West Sidney Interchg
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates41.1206, -103.0175
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating83.8 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,750 (2018)
Projected traffic7,750 by 2038
Trucks63%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P carry?

About 7,750 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 63% are trucks.

How long is I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I80 over BNSF RR 089-028-P?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.