US83 over Dismal River
GoodThomas County, Nebraska · 15S Thedford · Structure no. S083 13350
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 288 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,135
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US83 over Dismal River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US83 over Dismal River in Thomas County, Nebraska. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,135 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,476 by 2038. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 38 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US83 over Dismal River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US83 over Dismal 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US83 over Dismal River carry?
About 1,135 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US83 over Dismal River?
The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US83 over Dismal River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.