US Bridges

EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow

Good

Douglas County, Nebraska · 1W 1S Elkhorn · Structure no. SL28B00093R

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
93 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,635
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow in Douglas County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 26,635 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,616 by 2038. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesEB L28B
CrossesElkhorn River Overflow
Location1W 1S Elkhorn
RouteState Highway 0L28B
Coordinates41.2632, -96.2775
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.2 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length93 ft (28.3 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,635 (2018)
Projected traffic42,616 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow carry?

About 26,635 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow?

The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns EB L28B over Elkhorn River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.