US275 over Clearwater Creek
FairAntelope County, Nebraska · 1E Clearwater · Structure no. S275 03181
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,815
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US275 over Clearwater Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US275 over Clearwater Creek in Antelope County, Nebraska. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 66 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 6 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 2,815 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,660 by 2038. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US275 over Clearwater Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US275 over Clearwater Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US275 over Clearwater Creek carry?
About 2,815 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US275 over Clearwater Creek?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US275 over Clearwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.