US281 over N2
GoodHall County, Nebraska · In Grand Island · Structure no. S281 07202
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 319 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,165
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over N2 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US281 over N2 in Hall County, Nebraska. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 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 9,165 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,206 by 2038. The structure is 319 ft (97.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 over N2 built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over N2 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US281 over N2 carry?
About 9,165 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US281 over N2?
The structure is 319 ft (97.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US281 over N2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.