US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River Trib

Fair

Cuming County, Nebraska · 3SE Wisner · Structure no. S275 10608

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,025
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River Trib is a concrete slab carrying US275 over Elkhorn River Trib in Cuming County, Nebraska. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 94 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,025 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,538 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River Trib
Location3SE Wisner
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyCuming County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.9527, -96.8576
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 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 closed18.6 mi (30 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over Elkhorn River Trib built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn River Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 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 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.