US275 over Cedar Creek
PoorAntelope County, Nebraska · In Oakdale · Structure no. S275 04621
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 111 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US275 over Cedar Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US275 over Cedar Creek in Antelope County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 90 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2038. The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US275 over Cedar Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US275 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US275 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US275 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.