US Bridges

US6 over UPRR 816-858-B

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · Njct US6/N31 3.2E · Structure no. S006 35999

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
268 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
93,295
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6 over UPRR 816-858-B is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US6 over UPRR 816-858-B 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 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 93,295 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 186,590 by 2038. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 144 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS6
CrossesUPRR 816-858-B
LocationNjct US6/N31 3.2E
RouteU.S. Route 6
Coordinates41.263, -96.1757
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.1 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length268 ft (81.7 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width144 ft (43.8 m)
Roadway width138 ft (42.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic93,295 (2018)
Projected traffic186,590 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US6 over UPRR 816-858-B built?

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

What condition is US6 over UPRR 816-858-B 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US6 over UPRR 816-858-B carry?

About 93,295 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US6 over UPRR 816-858-B?

The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.

Who owns US6 over UPRR 816-858-B?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.