US Bridges

168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road

Fair

Douglas County, Nebraska · 1.7W Omaha · Structure no. S006 35981

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
134 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,135
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 5 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 17,135 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,000 by 2028. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 231 ft wide.

Location

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Carries168th ST
CrossesUS6/WEST Dodge Road
Location1.7W Omaha
RouteCounty Highway 5131
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.263, -96.179
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.5 US tons
Inventory rating48.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width231 ft (70.4 m)
Roadway width229 ft (69.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,135 (2010)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2028
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is 168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does 168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road carry?

About 17,135 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is 168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 231 ft wide.

Who owns 168th ST over US6/WEST Dodge Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.