I80 over South Platte River
FairDeuel County, Nebraska · 1E US138 Interchg · Structure no. S080 10202R
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 677 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,555
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I80 over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over South Platte River in Deuel County, Nebraska. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 57 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,555 vehicles a day, roughly 62% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,311 by 2038. The structure is 677 ft (206.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I80 over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is I80 over South Platte River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does I80 over South Platte River carry?
About 7,555 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 62% are trucks.
How long is I80 over South Platte River?
The structure is 677 ft (206.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns I80 over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.