US Bridges

I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N

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Deuel County, Nebraska · US138 Interchg · Structure no. S080 10119R

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
441 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,530
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N in Deuel County, Nebraska. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 56 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 7,530 vehicles a day, roughly 62% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,283 by 2038. The structure is 441 ft (134.4 m) long and 44 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI80
CrossesUS138/UPRR 815-496-N
LocationUS138 Interchg
RouteInterstate 80
CountyDeuel County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.0307, -102.1811
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length441 ft (134.4 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,530 (2018)
Projected traffic8,283 by 2038
Trucks62%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N 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 2023.

How much traffic does I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N carry?

About 7,530 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 62% are trucks.

How long is I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N?

The structure is 441 ft (134.4 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I80 over US138/UPRR 815-496-N?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.