US Bridges

US275 over Payne Creek

Good

Stanton County, Nebraska · 12E Norfolk · Structure no. S275 08860

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,480
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US275 over Payne Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US275 over Payne Creek in Stanton County, Nebraska. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 89 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 5,480 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,220 by 2038. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesUS275
CrossesPayne Creek
Location12E Norfolk
RouteU.S. Route 275
Coordinates42.0186, -97.1653
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,480 (2018)
Projected traffic8,220 by 2038
Trucks21%
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 US275 over Payne Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is US275 over Payne 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US275 over Payne Creek carry?

About 5,480 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US275 over Payne Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US275 over Payne Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.