US Bridges

Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · Omaha Woolworth @ 39th · Structure no. U1825D2205

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,222
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 2,222 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,222 by 2034. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesWoolworth Ave
CrossesAbandoned UPRR
LocationOmaha Woolworth @ 39th
RouteCity Street 5042
Coordinates41.2452, -95.972
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating68.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,222 (2014)
Projected traffic3,222 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR 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 2023.

How much traffic does Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR carry?

About 2,222 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Woolworth Ave over Abandoned UPRR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.