US Bridges

N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · N Bridge RD @ 111th ST · Structure no. U1825R1805

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
260 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,262
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 11,262 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,262 by 2033. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesN Brdg RD/FAU5011
CrossesBig Papillion Creek
LocationN Bridge RD @ 111th ST
RouteCity Street 5011
Coordinates41.265, -96.0867
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating68.3 US tons
Inventory rating40.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length260 ft (79.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,262 (2013)
Projected traffic12,262 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big 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 N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek carry?

About 11,262 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek?

The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns N Brdg RD/FAU5011 over Big Papillion Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.