US Bridges

US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P

Good

Red Willow County, Nebraska · 0S Mccook · Structure no. S083 01432

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
423 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,425
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P in Red Willow County, Nebraska. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 6,425 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,710 by 2038. The structure is 423 ft (128.9 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

CarriesUS83
CrossesBNSF RR 077-581-P
Location0S Mccook
RouteU.S. Route 83
Coordinates40.1969, -100.6177
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionApril 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length423 ft (128.9 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,425 (2018)
Projected traffic7,710 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P carry?

About 6,425 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P?

The structure is 423 ft (128.9 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US83 over BNSF RR 077-581-P?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.