Us81 over Elkhorn River

Fair Condition52 years old13,460 vehicles/day

Location

StateNebraska
CountyMadison
Location2s Norfolk
CarriesUs81
CrossesElkhorn River
Coordinates42.00310, -97.42650

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length333.0 ft (101.5 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width88.3 ft (26.9 m)
Deck Area2730.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1974 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,460 (2018)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberS081 15491

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