US Bridges

US83 over Frazier Creek

Fair

Frontier County, Nebraska · 6SW Maywood · Structure no. S083 04289

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,745
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US83 over Frazier Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US83 over Frazier Creek in Frontier County, Nebraska. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 1,745 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,530 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 87 mi (140 km).

Location

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CarriesUS83
CrossesFrazier Creek
Location6SW Maywood
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyFrontier County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.5846, -100.6296
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,745 (2018)
Projected traffic2,530 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed87 mi (140 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 US83 over Frazier Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US83 over Frazier 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US83 over Frazier Creek carry?

About 1,745 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US83 over Frazier Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns US83 over Frazier Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.