US Bridges

Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR

Good

Thomas County, Nebraska · Thedford · Structure no. S083 14810

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
288 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,880
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR in Thomas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,880 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,008 by 2038. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesThedford Viaduct
CrossesN 2 BNSF RR
LocationThedford
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyThomas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.979, -100.5585
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length288 ft (87.8 m)
Longest span144 ft (43.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,880 (2018)
Projected traffic3,008 by 2038
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR carry?

About 1,880 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR?

The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 144 ft (43.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Thedford Viaduct over N 2 BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.