US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 5W Wcl Omaha · Structure no. S275 17144

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
438 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,195
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US275 over Elkhorn River in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 70 years old, older 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 6,195 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,912 by 2038. The structure is 438 ft (133.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River
Location5W Wcl Omaha
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates41.231, -96.2777
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length438 ft (133.5 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,195 (2018)
Projected traffic9,912 by 2038
Trucks10%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over Elkhorn River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US275 over Elkhorn River carry?

About 6,195 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Elkhorn River?

The structure is 438 ft (133.5 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.