N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run
FairLancaster County, Nebraska · N 48th ST @ Garland ST · Structure no. U142522732P
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 22,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,500 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run carry?
About 22,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns N 48th St/Fau 5239 over Dead Mans Run?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.