US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl
GoodRichardson County, Nebraska · 1N Falls City · Structure no. S073 00687
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 132 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,575
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 2,575 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,961 by 2038. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl carry?
About 2,575 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US73 over Muddy Creek South Overfl?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.