US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary

Good

Antelope County, Nebraska · 5E Clearwater · Structure no. S275 03651

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,815
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary in Antelope County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 87 years old, older 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 2,815 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,660 by 2038. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River Tributary
Location5E Clearwater
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates42.1583, -98.0892
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 closed31.1 mi (50 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 Tributary built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary 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 US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary carry?

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

How long is US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.