US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib

Good

Holt County, Nebraska · 1E Ewing · Structure no. S275 02170

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,850
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib in Holt County, Nebraska. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,850 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,405 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn R S Fk Trib
Location1E Ewing
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates42.2499, -98.3364
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2021
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,850 (2018)
Projected traffic2,405 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed111.8 mi (180 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 US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib 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 March 2021.

How much traffic does US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib carry?

About 1,850 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn R S Fk Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.