US Bridges

US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X

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Richardson County, Nebraska · In Rulo · Structure no. S159 01306

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
196 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,005
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,005 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,357 by 2038. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS159
CrossesBNSF RR 083-711-X
LocationIn Rulo
RouteU.S. Route 159
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0543, -95.435
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.5 US tons
Inventory rating47.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length196 ft (59.7 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,005 (2018)
Projected traffic1,357 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X carry?

About 1,005 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X?

The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US159 over BNSF RR 083-711-X?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.