US Bridges

US75 over Little Muddy Creek

Good

Richardson County, Nebraska · JCT US75/N62 1N · Structure no. S075 01684

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
121 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,615
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US75 over Little Muddy Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US75 over Little Muddy Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,615 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,423 by 2038. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS75
CrossesLittle Muddy Creek
LocationJCT US75/N62 1N
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates40.2348, -95.8414
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,615 (2018)
Projected traffic5,423 by 2038
Trucks22%
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 US75 over Little Muddy Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is US75 over Little Muddy 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 US75 over Little Muddy Creek carry?

About 3,615 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US75 over Little Muddy Creek?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US75 over Little Muddy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.