US183 over Elm Creek
GoodBuffalo County, Nebraska · 1S Elm Creek · Structure no. S183 04906
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,160
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 over Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US183 over Elm Creek 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 5,160 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,708 by 2038. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US183 over Elm Creek 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 carry?
About 5,160 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US183 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US183 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.