US Bridges

42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N

PoorClosed to traffic

Douglas County, Nebraska · Omaha 42nd @ I80 · Structure no. U1825G5110

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
214 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,000
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 65 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 38,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,800 by 2033. The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries42nd St/Fau 5057
CrossesUPRR 816-825-N
LocationOmaha 42nd @ I80
RouteCity Street 5057
Coordinates41.2229, -95.9758
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length214 ft (65.2 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.6 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,000 (2014)
Projected traffic41,800 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is 42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does 42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N carry?

About 38,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N?

The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns 42nd St/Fau 5057 over UPRR 816-825-N?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.