US Bridges

N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · Scl Omaha · Structure no. S085 00402

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
342 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,690
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 23,690 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,166 by 2038. The structure is 342 ft (104.3 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesN85
CrossesBNSF RR 073-047-W
LocationScl Omaha
RouteState Highway 5023
Coordinates41.1986, -96.043
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length342 ft (104.3 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck24 ft (7.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,690 (2018)
Projected traffic33,166 by 2038
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W carry?

About 23,690 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W?

The structure is 342 ft (104.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns N85 over BNSF RR 073-047-W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.