US183 over Elm Creek Overflow
GoodBuffalo County, Nebraska · 1S Elm Creek · Structure no. S183 04883
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,160
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 over Elm Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US183 over Elm Creek Overflow in Buffalo County, Nebraska. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 85 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 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 5,160 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,708 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US183 over Elm Creek Overflow built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is US183 over Elm Creek Overflow 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 Elm Creek Overflow carry?
About 5,160 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US183 over Elm Creek Overflow?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US183 over Elm Creek Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.