US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River

Good

Dodge County, Nebraska · 9S of West Point · Structure no. S275 12587R

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
482 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
6,160
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US275 over Elkhorn River in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 6,160 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,690 by 2040. The structure is 482 ft (147 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River
Location9S of West Point
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.7183, -96.7082
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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length482 ft (147 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,160 (2020)
Projected traffic7,690 by 2040
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed99.4 mi (160 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 Elkhorn River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US275 over Elkhorn River carry?

About 6,160 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Elkhorn River?

The structure is 482 ft (147 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.