US Bridges

US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · Lincoln West Bypass · Structure no. S077 06232L

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,713 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
38,160
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W 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 1,713 ft (522.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS77
CrossesBNSF RR 077-803-W
LocationLincoln West Bypass
RouteU.S. Route 77
CountyLancaster County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.8099, -96.7532
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,713 ft (522.1 m)
Longest span205 ft (62.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,160 (2018)
Projected traffic73,038 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W carry?

About 38,160 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W?

The structure is 1,713 ft (522.1 m) long with a longest span of 205 ft (62.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US77 over BNSF RR 077-803-W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.