US Bridges

710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · SE Edge DAW(710T-639/640) · Structure no. C007402005P

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 90 years old, older 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 130 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Carries710 TR-639/640 Blv
CrossesN Fk Big Nemaha River TR
LocationSE Edge DAW(710T-639/640)
RouteCounty Highway 0P20
Coordinates40.1266, -95.8294
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.1 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2022)
Projected traffic130 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is 710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 710 TR-639/640 Blv over N Fk Big Nemaha River TR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.