US Bridges

SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U

Fair

Thayer County, Nebraska · 6N Hebron · Structure no. S081 01856L

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
147 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,495
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U in Thayer County, Nebraska. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 88 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 5,495 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,968 by 2038. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesSB US81
CrossesUPRR 813-625-U
Location6N Hebron
RouteU.S. Route 81
CountyThayer County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.2563, -97.5768
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,495 (2018)
Projected traffic7,968 by 2038
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U carry?

About 5,495 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SB US81 over UPRR 813-625-U?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.