US73 over Mackelroy Creek
GoodRichardson County, Nebraska · 7N Falls City · Structure no. S073 01232
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,020
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US73 over Mackelroy Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US73 over Mackelroy Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 92 years old, older 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 2,020 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,424 by 2038. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US73 over Mackelroy Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US73 over Mackelroy Creek 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 Mackelroy Creek carry?
About 2,020 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US73 over Mackelroy Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US73 over Mackelroy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.