US Bridges

721 RD over Whiskey Run

Good

Nemaha County, Nebraska · 4S .5W of Nemaha · Structure no. C006403655

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

721 RD over Whiskey Run is a concrete culvert carrying 721 RD over Whiskey Run in Nemaha County, Nebraska. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 102 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries721 RD
CrossesWhiskey Run
Location4S .5W of Nemaha
RouteCounty Highway 7896
CountyNemaha County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.277, -95.678
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.5 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (1998)
Projected traffic102 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 721 RD over Whiskey Run built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is 721 RD over Whiskey Run 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does 721 RD over Whiskey Run carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is 721 RD over Whiskey Run?

The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns 721 RD over Whiskey Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.