US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow
FairHolt County, Nebraska · 1S Oneill · Structure no. S281 18214
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,320
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow in Holt County, Nebraska. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 1,320 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,980 by 2038. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow carry?
About 1,320 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US281 over Elkhorn River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.