US Bridges

I80 over S Ch Platte River

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 6W Maxwell Intrchg · Structure no. S080 18470L

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
564 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
17,730
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over S Ch Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over S Ch Platte River in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 61 years old, older 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 17,730 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,503 by 2038. The structure is 564 ft (171.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesI80
CrossesS Ch Platte River
Location6W Maxwell Intrchg
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates41.0851, -100.6248
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.2 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length564 ft (171.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,730 (2018)
Projected traffic19,503 by 2038
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 S Ch Platte River built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is I80 over S Ch Platte River 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 S Ch Platte River carry?

About 17,730 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is I80 over S Ch Platte River?

The structure is 564 ft (171.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I80 over S Ch Platte River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.