US Bridges

Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R

Fair

Dodge County, Nebraska · In Fremont · Structure no. S077 11601

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
270 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,070
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 9,070 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,698 by 2038. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesBroad ST Old US77
CrossesBNSF RR 083-217-R
LocationIn Fremont
RouteCity Street 5631
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.4639, -96.4973
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.9 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.9 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,070 (2018)
Projected traffic12,698 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R carry?

About 9,070 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns Broad ST Old US77 over BNSF RR 083-217-R?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.