US Bridges

Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek

Fair

Douglas County, Nebraska · 3W Wcl Omaha · Structure no. S275 17369B

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,195
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 5 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 6,195 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,912 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp US6 to US275
CrossesBox Elder Creek
Location3W Wcl Omaha
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.235, -96.2357
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,195 (2018)
Projected traffic9,912 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek 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 Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek carry?

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

How long is Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Ramp US6 to US275 over Box Elder Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.