US Bridges

US281 over W Br Spring Creek

Fair

Greeley County, Nebraska · 4S Greeley · Structure no. S281 11373

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,805
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US281 over W Br Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US281 over W Br Spring Creek in Greeley County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,805 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,708 by 2038. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS281
CrossesW Br Spring Creek
Location4S Greeley
RouteU.S. Route 281
CountyGreeley County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.484, -98.5399
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,805 (2018)
Projected traffic2,708 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 US281 over W Br Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is US281 over W Br Spring 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US281 over W Br Spring Creek carry?

About 1,805 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US281 over W Br Spring Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns US281 over W Br Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.