US Bridges

US275 over Wortmans Creek

Good

Cuming County, Nebraska · 2S West Point · Structure no. S275 12018

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,920
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Wortmans Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Wortmans Creek 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 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 7,920 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,088 by 2038. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesWortmans Creek
Location2S West Point
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates41.7833, -96.7101
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,920 (2018)
Projected traffic11,088 by 2038
Trucks14%
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over Wortmans Creek built?

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

What condition is US275 over Wortmans 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 US275 over Wortmans Creek carry?

About 7,920 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Wortmans Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US275 over Wortmans Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.