US Bridges

703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3.3S5.3W SALM(703-638639) · Structure no. C007403415P

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries703TR-638 A/ 639 B
CrossesRattlesnake Creek
Location3.3S5.3W SALM(703-638639)
RouteCounty Highway 7882
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.026, -95.843
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2023)
Projected traffic85 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek built?

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

What condition is 703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns 703TR-638 A/ 639 B over Rattlesnake Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.