US Bridges

650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 1SW Fc (650 B-South 706R) · Structure no. C007404110P

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).

Carries650 Bl-South 706 R
CrossesBig Nemaha River Tributa
Location1SW Fc (650 B-South 706R)
RouteCounty Highway 0P41
Coordinates40.0482, -95.624
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.7 US tons
Inventory rating16.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2022)
Projected traffic26 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed620.7 mi (999 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa built?

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

What condition is 650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 650 Bl-South 706 R over Big Nemaha River Tributa?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.