US Bridges

I80 over Applegate Drain

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 1W Sutherland Intrchg · Structure no. S080 15749

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,525
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over Applegate Drain is a concrete culvert carrying I80 over Applegate Drain in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 16,525 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,178 by 2038. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesI80
CrossesApplegate Drain
Location1W Sutherland Intrchg
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates41.1383, -101.1372
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,525 (2018)
Projected traffic18,178 by 2038
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 over Applegate Drain built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is I80 over Applegate Drain 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does I80 over Applegate Drain carry?

About 16,525 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is I80 over Applegate Drain?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns I80 over Applegate Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.