US Bridges

Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River

Good

Madison County, Nebraska · 1.5N 3W of Meadow Grove · Structure no. C005900540

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
363 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
140
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 140 vehicles a day, projected to reach 140 by 2030. The structure is 363 ft (110.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).

CarriesColl 7703
CrossesElkhorn River
Location1.5N 3W of Meadow Grove
RouteCounty Highway 7703
Coordinates42.0554, -97.7955
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.7 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length363 ft (110.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic140 (1998)
Projected traffic140 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.8 mi (130 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7703 over Elkhorn 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River carry?

About 140 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River?

The structure is 363 ft (110.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7703 over Elkhorn River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.