US183 over Niobrara River
GoodKeya Paha County, Nebraska · 6S Springview · Structure no. S183 20723
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 458 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 545
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 over Niobrara River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US183 over Niobrara River in Keya Paha County, Nebraska. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 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 545 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 818 by 2038. The structure is 458 ft (139.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 211.3 mi (340 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 over Niobrara River built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US183 over Niobrara River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US183 over Niobrara River carry?
About 545 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US183 over Niobrara River?
The structure is 458 ft (139.6 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US183 over Niobrara River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.