US Bridges

I80 over L55X

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · US77 Intrchg · Structure no. S080 40577R

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
320 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
48,015
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over L55X is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over L55X in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 48,015 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,221 by 2038. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 62 ft wide.

CarriesI80
CrossesL55X
LocationUS77 Intrchg
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates40.8967, -96.6434
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,015 (2018)
Projected traffic67,221 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 over L55X built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is I80 over L55X 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 2025.

How much traffic does I80 over L55X carry?

About 48,015 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I80 over L55X?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns I80 over L55X?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.