US Bridges

FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · JCT US77/US6 1.4SE W a · Structure no. S077 06134

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
256 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,800
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77 in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 5,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,380 by 2033. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5220/WEST a ST
CrossesUS77
LocationJCT US77/US6 1.4SE W a
RouteCity Street 5220
CountyLancaster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.7992, -96.7385
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating45.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length256 ft (78 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,800 (2006)
Projected traffic6,380 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77 built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77 carry?

About 5,800 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77?

The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5220/WEST a ST over US77?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.