US Bridges

Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · Gibson RD & US275 Omaha · Structure no. U182530960

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
788 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,316
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,316 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,316 by 2033. The structure is 788 ft (240.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesGibson RD Viaduct
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationGibson RD & US275 Omaha
RouteCity Street 300
Coordinates41.21, -95.9319
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.8 US tons
Inventory rating30.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length788 ft (240.2 m)
Longest span220 ft (67.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,316 (2013)
Projected traffic3,316 by 2033
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR carry?

About 2,316 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR?

The structure is 788 ft (240.2 m) long with a longest span of 220 ft (67.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Gibson RD Viaduct over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.