US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek
GoodHarlan County, Nebraska · 6S Alma · Structure no. S183 00064
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 198 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,015
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek in Harlan County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1991, 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 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 2,015 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,620 by 2038. The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US183/US383 over Prairie Dog 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 US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek carry?
About 2,015 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek?
The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US183/US383 over Prairie Dog Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.