US Bridges

L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · Hershey Intrchg · Structure no. S080 16453

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
253 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,350
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80 in Lincoln 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 3,350 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,920 by 2038. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 58 ft wide.

CarriesL56C-HERSHEY Cnlk
CrossesI80
LocationHershey Intrchg
RouteState Highway 0L56C
Coordinates41.1371, -101.0025
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length253 ft (77.1 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,350 (2018)
Projected traffic3,920 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80 built?

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

What condition is L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80 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 L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80 carry?

About 3,350 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80?

The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns L56C-HERSHEY Cnlk over I80?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.