US26/N61 over South Platte River
FairKeith County, Nebraska · 0S Ogallala · Structure no. S026 15046
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 702 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,690
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US26/N61 over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US26/N61 over South Platte River in Keith County, Nebraska. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 58 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 11,690 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,444 by 2038. The structure is 702 ft (214 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 161.6 mi (260 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US26/N61 over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US26/N61 over South Platte River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US26/N61 over South Platte River carry?
About 11,690 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US26/N61 over South Platte River?
The structure is 702 ft (214 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns US26/N61 over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.