US Bridges

US183 over Phelps County Canal

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Phelps County, Nebraska · 4N Holdrege · Structure no. S183 03487

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,795
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US183 over Phelps County Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US183 over Phelps County Canal in Phelps 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 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 3,795 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,934 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesUS183
CrossesPhelps County Canal
Location4N Holdrege
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyPhelps County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.5031, -99.3797
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 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 length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,795 (2018)
Projected traffic4,934 by 2038
Trucks16%
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 US183 over Phelps County Canal built?

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

What condition is US183 over Phelps County Canal 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US183 over Phelps County Canal carry?

About 3,795 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US183 over Phelps County Canal?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US183 over Phelps County Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.