US Bridges

US136 over UPRR

Good

Jefferson County, Nebraska · 0W Fairbury · Structure no. S136 14969

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
262 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,225
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US136 over UPRR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US136 over UPRR in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 2,225 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,115 by 2038. The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS136
CrossesUPRR
Location0W Fairbury
RouteU.S. Route 136
Coordinates40.1466, -97.1937
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.1 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length262 ft (80 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,225 (2018)
Projected traffic3,115 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US136 over UPRR built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is US136 over 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US136 over UPRR carry?

About 2,225 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US136 over UPRR?

The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US136 over UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.