US Bridges

168th ST over West Papillion Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · JCT 168th ST/US6 .3N · Structure no. U182512905P

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
470 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,690
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

168th ST over West Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 168th ST 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 25,690 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,690 by 2031. The structure is 470 ft (143.3 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Carries168th ST
CrossesWest Papillion Creek
LocationJCT 168th ST/US6 .3N
RouteCounty Highway 5131
Coordinates41.2651, -96.1786
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating30.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length470 ft (143.3 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.5 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,690 (2011)
Projected traffic26,690 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 168th ST over West Papillion Creek built?

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

What condition is 168th ST 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does 168th ST over West Papillion Creek carry?

About 25,690 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 168th ST over West Papillion Creek?

The structure is 470 ft (143.3 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns 168th ST over West Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.