US283 over Elk Creek
GoodFurnas County, Nebraska · 3N Arapahoe · Structure no. S283 02407
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US283 over Elk Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US283 over Elk Creek in Furnas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 65 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,025 by 2038. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US283 over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US283 over Elk Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US283 over Elk Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US283 over Elk Creek?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US283 over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.