US183 over Calamus River
GoodLoup County, Nebraska · 12N Taylor · Structure no. S183 13617
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 520
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US183 over Calamus River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US183 over Calamus River in Loup County, Nebraska. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 59 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 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 520 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 676 by 2038. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 348 mi (560 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US183 over Calamus River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US183 over Calamus 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 Calamus River carry?
About 520 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US183 over Calamus River?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US183 over Calamus River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.