US77 over Middle Creek
GoodLancaster County, Nebraska · Lincoln West Bypass · Structure no. S077 06205L
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 257 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,160
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US77 over Middle Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US77 over Middle Creek in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 38,160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,038 by 2038. The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long and 50 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US77 over Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US77 over Middle Creek 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 US77 over Middle Creek carry?
About 38,160 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US77 over Middle Creek?
The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US77 over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.