US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River
GoodMadison County, Nebraska · 3N Norfolk · Structure no. S081 16054R
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 202 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,340
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 9,340 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,076 by 2038. The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 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 US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US81 over N Fk 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River carry?
About 9,340 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River?
The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US81 over N Fk Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.