Located at the intersection of Cornhusker Highway (US-6) on the northeast side of Lincoln, this girder bridge crosses N. 48th Street.
Built in 1938, the bridge features a through girder span, approached by a steel stringer span on either side. The entire bridge is set onto concrete substructures, and features a ballasted deck.
The plaque found suggests this bridge was built by Omaha Steel Works. This is the only known railroad bridge built by Omaha Steel Works, although this company did build several other highway bridges.
Built as a late depression era grade separation, the bridge features a few decorative features, and a stamp of the "Burlington Route" on the piers. At one time, the Rock Island had a similar structure immediately south of here. That bridge was removed prior to 1993.
Overall, the bridge appears to be in good condition, with no significant deterioration noted.
The author has ranked this bridge as being locally significant, due to the common design.
The photo above is an overview.