US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River Trib

Good

Cuming County, Nebraska · 2SE Wisner · Structure no. S275 10468

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,025
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Elkhorn River Trib in Cuming 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 5,025 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,538 by 2038. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River Trib
Location2SE Wisner
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates41.9632, -96.8803
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating6.4 US tons
Inventory rating5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length50 ft (15.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,025 (2018)
Projected traffic7,538 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over Elkhorn River Trib built?

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

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn River Trib 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US275 over Elkhorn River Trib carry?

About 5,025 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Elkhorn River Trib?

The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.