US Bridges

US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River

Good

Pierce County, Nebraska · 3E Osmond · Structure no. S020 36806

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,035
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River in Pierce County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,035 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,646 by 2038. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 142.9 mi (230 km).

CarriesUS20
CrossesE Br N Fk Elkhorn River
Location3E Osmond
RouteU.S. Route 20
Coordinates42.3657, -97.5414
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.3 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,035 (2018)
Projected traffic2,646 by 2038
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed142.9 mi (230 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US20 over E Br 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River carry?

About 2,035 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US20 over E Br N Fk Elkhorn River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.