US183 over S Ch Platte River
GoodBuffalo County, Nebraska · 4S Elm Creek · Structure no. S183 04603
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,055
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 over S Ch Platte River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US183 over S Ch Platte River in Buffalo County, Nebraska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,055 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,572 by 2038. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 167.8 mi (270 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US183 over S Ch Platte River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US183 over S Ch Platte River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US183 over S Ch Platte River carry?
About 5,055 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US183 over S Ch Platte River?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US183 over S Ch Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.