US Bridges

US275 over UPRR 816-864-E

Fair

Douglas County, Nebraska · .2E Waterloo · Structure no. S275 16664

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
400 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,005
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over UPRR 816-864-E is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US275 over UPRR 816-864-E in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 25,005 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,008 by 2038. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275
CrossesUPRR 816-864-E
Location.2E Waterloo
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.2906, -96.2939
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,005 (2018)
Projected traffic40,008 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over UPRR 816-864-E built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US275 over UPRR 816-864-E in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does US275 over UPRR 816-864-E carry?

About 25,005 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US275 over UPRR 816-864-E?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns US275 over UPRR 816-864-E?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.