US Bridges

US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn

Good

Dodge County, Nebraska · 3W 1N Hooper · Structure no. S275 13429

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,780
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn is a concrete culvert carrying US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn in Dodge County, Nebraska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,780 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,153 by 2038. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275/N91
CrossesUnnamed Trib. to Elkhorn
Location3W 1N Hooper
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyDodge County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.6266, -96.6083
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,780 (2018)
Projected traffic9,153 by 2038
Trucks13%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn 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 2022.

How much traffic does US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn carry?

About 6,780 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US275/N91 over Unnamed Trib. to Elkhorn?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.