US Bridges

US75 over Little Nemaha River

Good

Nemaha County, Nebraska · JCT US75/136 1.5N · Structure no. S075 02919

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
463 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,445
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US75 over Little Nemaha River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US75 over Little Nemaha River in Nemaha County, Nebraska. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 6,445 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,668 by 2038. The structure is 463 ft (141.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesUS75
CrossesLittle Nemaha River
LocationJCT US75/136 1.5N
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates40.4137, -95.8386
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length463 ft (141.1 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,445 (2018)
Projected traffic9,668 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 US75 over Little Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US75 over Little Nemaha 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US75 over Little Nemaha River carry?

About 6,445 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US75 over Little Nemaha River?

The structure is 463 ft (141.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US75 over Little Nemaha River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.