US Bridges

I80 over Gothenburg Canal

Good

Lincoln County, Nebraska · 5E Brady Interchng · Structure no. S080 20375

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,345
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 over Gothenburg Canal is a concrete culvert carrying I80 over Gothenburg Canal in Lincoln County, Nebraska. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 17,345 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,080 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesI80
CrossesGothenburg Canal
Location5E Brady Interchng
RouteInterstate 80
CountyLincoln County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.977, -100.295
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,345 (2018)
Projected traffic19,080 by 2038
Trucks41%
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 Gothenburg Canal built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is I80 over Gothenburg Canal 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 Gothenburg Canal carry?

About 17,345 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.

How long is I80 over Gothenburg Canal?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I80 over Gothenburg Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.