US Bridges

US6 over West Papillion Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 1.3W Omaha · Structure no. S006 36012

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

About this bridge

US6 over West Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US6 over West Papillion Creek 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 315 ft (96 m) long and 119 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS6
CrossesWest Papillion Creek
Location1.3W Omaha
RouteU.S. Route 6
Coordinates41.263, -96.1732
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.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.2 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length315 ft (96 m)
Longest span121 ft (36.9 m)
Deck width119 ft (36.4 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 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
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US6 over West Papillion Creek built?

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

What condition is US6 over West Papillion Creek 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 West Papillion Creek carry?

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

How long is US6 over West Papillion Creek?

The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 119 ft wide.

Who owns US6 over West Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.