US275 over Elkhorn River
FairAntelope County, Nebraska · JCT US275/N14 5.5SE · Structure no. S275 04515
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 318 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,575
- 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 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 3,575 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,826 by 2038. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US275 over Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
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 3,575 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US275 over Elkhorn River?
The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.