US Bridges

US275/N92 over Hell Creek

Fair

Douglas County, Nebraska · 1W L ST Intrchg · Structure no. S275 18139

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
59,995
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275/N92 over Hell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US275/N92 over Hell Creek in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 67 years old, older 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 59,995 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,992 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesUS275/N92
CrossesHell Creek
Location1W L ST Intrchg
RouteU.S. Route 275
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.2119, -96.0982
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 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 traffic59,995 (2018)
Projected traffic95,992 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275/N92 over Hell Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is US275/N92 over Hell 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US275/N92 over Hell Creek carry?

About 59,995 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US275/N92 over Hell Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US275/N92 over Hell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.