US Bridges

Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR

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Douglas County, Nebraska · Abbot DR East of 13th St. · Structure no. U1825B4710

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
356 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2002 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,530 by 2033. The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 118.1 mi (190 km).

Location

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CarriesAbbot Dr. Omaha
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationAbbot DR East of 13th St.
RouteCity Street 5103
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.2719, -95.9261
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length356 ft (108.5 m)
Longest span179 ft (54.6 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2002)
Projected traffic2,530 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed118.1 mi (190 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Abbot Dr. Omaha 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2002 count).

How long is Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR?

The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long with a longest span of 179 ft (54.6 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns Abbot Dr. Omaha over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.