US Bridges

634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 4S Humb (634A-708/709R) · Structure no. C007400905

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
288 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2041. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries634 AV-708/709 RD
CrossesS Fk Big Nemaha River
Location4S Humb (634A-708/709R)
RouteCounty Highway 9
Coordinates40.1003, -95.9353
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.3 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length288 ft (87.8 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2022)
Projected traffic45 by 2041
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is 634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does 634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River?

The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 634 AV-708/709 RD over S Fk Big Nemaha River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.