US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River
FairPierce County, Nebraska · 1W Osmond · Structure no. S020 36393
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,570
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River in Pierce 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,570 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,341 by 2038. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 111.8 mi (180 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River carry?
About 2,570 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US20 over N Fk Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.