US Bridges

703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 159/MO SL2S1.9E(703-W664) · Structure no. C007403435P

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
305 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
530
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 72 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 6 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 530 vehicles a day, projected to reach 530 by 2041. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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Carries703TR-WEST 664 Av
CrossesBig Nemaha River
Location159/MO SL2S1.9E(703-W664)
RouteCounty Highway 3600
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0249, -95.3837
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating30.9 US tons
Inventory rating17.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length305 ft (93 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic530 (2022)
Projected traffic530 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is 703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River carry?

About 530 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River?

The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 703TR-WEST 664 Av over Big Nemaha River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.