US Bridges

705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek

PoorPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 8S Humb (705R-633A/634B) · Structure no. C007403210

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Carries705 R-633A / 634B
CrossesFourmile Creek
Location8S Humb (705R-633A/634B)
RouteCounty Highway 32
Coordinates40.0442, -95.9394
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating20.9 US tons
Inventory rating12.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2003)
Projected traffic42 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek built?

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

What condition is 705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does 705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns 705 R-633A / 634B over Fourmile Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.