US Bridges

SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K

Good

Fillmore County, Nebraska · US-6/US-81 Intrchg · Structure no. S081 04546L

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
248 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,540
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K in Fillmore County, Nebraska. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 6,540 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,156 by 2038. The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesSB US-81
CrossesUS-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K
LocationUS-6/US-81 Intrchg
RouteU.S. Route 81
Coordinates40.6364, -97.5959
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.1 US tons
Inventory rating41.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length248 ft (75.6 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,540 (2018)
Projected traffic9,156 by 2038
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K carry?

About 6,540 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K?

The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SB US-81 over US-6/BNSF RR 073-483-K?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.