US Bridges

720 RD over Stream

Good

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2N 1.25W of Stella · Structure no. C007400210

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

720 RD over Stream is a steel culvert carrying 720 RD over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long.

Location

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Carries720 RD
CrossesStream
Location2N 1.25W of Stella
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.2617, -95.7976
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.4 US tons
Inventory rating1.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2023)
Projected traffic20 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 720 RD over Stream built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is 720 RD over Stream 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 720 RD over Stream carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 720 RD over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns 720 RD over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.