US20/83 over Niobrara River
GoodCherry County, Nebraska · 3SE Valentine · Structure no. S020 19950
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 812 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,365
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US20/83 over Niobrara River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US20/83 over Niobrara River in Cherry County, Nebraska. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 2,365 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,075 by 2038. The structure is 812 ft (247.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US20/83 over Niobrara River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US20/83 over Niobrara 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does US20/83 over Niobrara River carry?
About 2,365 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US20/83 over Niobrara River?
The structure is 812 ft (247.5 m) long with a longest span of 226 ft (68.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US20/83 over Niobrara River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.