US Bridges

US75 over Silver Creek

Good

Burt County, Nebraska · 3N Techamah · Structure no. S075 13601

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
155 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,465
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US75 over Silver Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US75 over Silver Creek in Burt County, Nebraska. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,465 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,905 by 2038. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesUS75
CrossesSilver Creek
Location3N Techamah
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates41.8219, -96.2316
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.3 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,465 (2018)
Projected traffic1,905 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US75 over Silver Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US75 over Silver 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US75 over Silver Creek carry?

About 1,465 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US75 over Silver Creek?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US75 over Silver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.