US Bridges

US275 over Belmar Creek

Fair

Antelope County, Nebraska · 0SE Neligh · Structure no. S275 04095

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,185
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Belmar Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US275 over Belmar Creek in Antelope County, Nebraska. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 91 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 5,185 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2038. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275
CrossesBelmar Creek
Location0SE Neligh
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyAntelope County
StateNebraska
Coordinates42.1244, -98.0243
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating30.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,185 (2018)
Projected traffic7,000 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 Belmar Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US275 over Belmar 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 Belmar Creek carry?

About 5,185 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Belmar Creek?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US275 over Belmar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.