US Bridges

US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P

Good

Morrill County, Nebraska · 3NW Bridgeport · Structure no. S385 07652

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
142 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,490
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P in Morrill County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 90 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 2,490 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,362 by 2038. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS385
CrossesBNSF RR 089-083-P
Location3NW Bridgeport
RouteU.S. Route 385
Coordinates41.702, -103.1146
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,490 (2018)
Projected traffic3,362 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P carry?

About 2,490 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US385 over BNSF RR 089-083-P?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.