US Bridges

642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream

Fair

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2.5S2W SALM(642B-703/705) · Structure no. C007402510P

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries642 BL-703T / 705R
CrossesStream
Location2.5S2W SALM(642B-703/705)
RouteCounty Highway 0P25
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.035, -95.775
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2022)
Projected traffic65 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is 642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does 642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns 642 BL-703T / 705R over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.