US Bridges

US275/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib

Good

Dodge County, Nebraska · 1NW Scribner · Structure no. S275 12888R

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,230
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib is a concrete slab carrying US275/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib in Dodge 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 6,230 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,400 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275/N91
CrossesElkhorn River Trib
Location1NW Scribner
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.6789, -96.6852
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation8: Equal 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,230 (2020)
Projected traffic7,400 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 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/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib built?

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

What condition is US275/N91 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US275/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib carry?

About 6,230 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US275/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US275/N91 over Elkhorn River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.