I80 over Western Canal
GoodKeith County, Nebraska · 4W Ogallala Interchg · Structure no. S080 12255R
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,280
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I80 over Western Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over Western Canal in Keith County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 15,280 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,336 by 2038. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I80 over Western Canal built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is I80 over Western Canal 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I80 over Western Canal carry?
About 15,280 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is I80 over Western Canal?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns I80 over Western Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.