US Bridges

US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K

Good

Saunders County, Nebraska · 1.1NE of Ashland · Structure no. S006 33962

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
305 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,920
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K in Saunders County, Nebraska. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 4,920 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,364 by 2038. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesUS6
CrossesBNSF RR 073-005-K
Location1.1NE of Ashland
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountySaunders County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.049, -96.3417
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length305 ft (93 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,920 (2018)
Projected traffic8,364 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K carry?

About 4,920 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K?

The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US6 over BNSF RR 073-005-K?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.