N38 over Big Papillion Creek
GoodDouglas County, Nebraska · 0W 90th ST Omaha · Structure no. U182500522
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 305 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,100
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
N38 over Big Papillion Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N38 over Big Papillion Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 61 years old, older 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 26,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,100 by 2033. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N38 over Big Papillion Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is N38 over Big 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does N38 over Big Papillion Creek carry?
About 26,100 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is N38 over Big Papillion Creek?
The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns N38 over Big Papillion Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.