I80 over BNSF RR
FairSeward County, Nebraska · 2E Seward Intrchg · Structure no. S080 38062R
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,530
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I80 over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I80 over BNSF RR in Seward County, Nebraska. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 61 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 30,530 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,583 by 2038. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I80 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is I80 over BNSF RR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does I80 over BNSF RR carry?
About 30,530 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I80 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I80 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.