US Bridges

I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · Ecl Omaha · Structure no. S080 45531L

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
2,483 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
71,415
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 71,415 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 128,547 by 2038. The structure is 2,483 ft (756.8 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 149.1 mi (240 km).

CarriesI-80 WB
CrossesBnsf/Mo R
LocationEcl Omaha
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates41.232, -95.911
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+8 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length2,483 ft (756.8 m)
Longest span425 ft (129.5 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic71,415 (2018)
Projected traffic128,547 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed149.1 mi (240 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R carry?

About 71,415 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R?

The structure is 2,483 ft (756.8 m) long with a longest span of 425 ft (129.5 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns I-80 WB over Bnsf/Mo R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.