US Bridges

US275 over Plum Creek Overflow

Good

Cuming County, Nebraska · 2NW West Point · Structure no. S275 11438

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,670
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Plum Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Plum Creek Overflow in Cuming County, Nebraska. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,670 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,789 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesPlum Creek Overflow
Location2NW West Point
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates41.8778, -96.7314
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic5,670 (2018)
Projected traffic8,789 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over Plum Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is US275 over Plum Creek Overflow 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 Plum Creek Overflow carry?

About 5,670 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Plum Creek Overflow?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US275 over Plum Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.