US Bridges

Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256)

Fair

Lancaster County, Nebraska · 2N Firth · Structure no. C005506840

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
455 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
96
2012 count
Owner
Railroad
Railroad

About this bridge

Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256) in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 96 vehicles a day, projected to reach 163 by 2042. The structure is 455 ft (138.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesPrinceton RD
CrossesBNSF RR (x 256)
Location2N Firth
RouteCounty Highway 68
CountyLancaster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.5672, -96.6042
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.6 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length455 ft (138.7 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic96 (2012)
Projected traffic163 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerRailroad
Maintained byRailroad
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 Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256) built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256) carry?

About 96 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256)?

The structure is 455 ft (138.7 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Princeton RD over BNSF RR (x 256)?

It is owned by the Railroad.