US Bridges

US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary

Good

Madison County, Nebraska · 1E Meadow Grove · Structure no. S275 05949

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,565
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary in Madison County, Nebraska. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 4,565 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,391 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesElkhorn River Tributary
Location1E Meadow Grove
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates42.0323, -97.718
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,565 (2018)
Projected traffic6,391 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary 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 US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary carry?

About 4,565 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US275 over Elkhorn River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.