US Bridges

N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K

Good

Sarpy County, Nebraska · 3SW Millard · Structure no. S050 08894

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
524 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
35,690
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 35,690 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,535 by 2038. The structure is 524 ft (159.7 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesN50
CrossesBnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K
Location3SW Millard
RouteState Highway 50
CountySarpy County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.1805, -96.1389
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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
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 rating61.7 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length524 ft (159.7 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.2 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,690 (2018)
Projected traffic53,535 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K carry?

About 35,690 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K?

The structure is 524 ft (159.7 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns N50 over Bnsf/S Ppln CR 073-185-K?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.