US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River

Fair

Antelope County, Nebraska · 2E Clearwater · Structure no. S275 03272

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
288 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,815
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US275 over Elkhorn River 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 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 2,815 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,660 by 2038. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River
Location2E Clearwater
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyAntelope County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.1708, -98.1578
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length288 ft (87.8 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,815 (2018)
Projected traffic3,660 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 US275 over Elkhorn River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn River 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 Elkhorn River carry?

About 2,815 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Elkhorn River?

The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.