US Bridges

Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G

Good

Adams County, Nebraska · Elm Ave. N. of 14th · Structure no. U114553905

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,890
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G in Adams County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,890 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,530 by 2041. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

CarriesElm Ave
CrossesUPRR 813-897-G
LocationElm Ave. N. of 14th
RouteCity Street 5515
Coordinates40.6029, -98.3737
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.5 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,890 (2021)
Projected traffic3,530 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G carry?

About 2,890 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Elm Ave over UPRR 813-897-G?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.