US Bridges

654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2.5S2E Fc (654-702R/702T) · Structure no. C007404905

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1999, 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 20 ft wide.

Location

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Carries654AV-702R / 702TR
CrossesStream
Location2.5S2E Fc (654-702R/702T)
RouteCounty Highway 49
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0073, -95.5582
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating34.2 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2023)
Projected traffic85 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is 654AV-702R / 702TR 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does 654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 654AV-702R / 702TR over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.