US Bridges

I80 over BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D

Good

Lancaster County, Nebraska · Waverly Interchg · Structure no. S080 40977R

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
460 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
42,210
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D 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 42,210 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,094 by 2038. The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesI80
CrossesBNSF RR/US6 074-936-D
LocationWaverly Interchg
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates40.8956, -96.5677
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.6 US tons
Inventory rating46.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+4 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length460 ft (140.2 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.8 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.7 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,210 (2018)
Projected traffic59,094 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
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 BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D built?

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

What condition is I80 over BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D 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 BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D carry?

About 42,210 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I80 over BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D?

The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns I80 over BNSF RR/US6 074-936-D?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.