US30 over Elkhorn River
FairWashington County, Nebraska · 1W Arlington · Structure no. S030 43253
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 378 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,785
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US30 over Elkhorn River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US30 over Elkhorn River in Washington County, Nebraska. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 51 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,785 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,099 by 2038. The structure is 378 ft (115.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US30 over Elkhorn River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US30 over Elkhorn River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does US30 over Elkhorn River carry?
About 5,785 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US30 over Elkhorn River?
The structure is 378 ft (115.2 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US30 over Elkhorn River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.