US Bridges

656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream

Good

Richardson County, Nebraska · 73/1594.4E.1S(656-704706) · Structure no. C007405315

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
190
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 190 vehicles a day, projected to reach 190 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).

Location

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Carries656 AV-704/ 706 RD
CrossesStream
Location73/1594.4E.1S(656-704706)
RouteCounty Highway 3615
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0564, -95.5204
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2023)
Projected traffic190 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.8 mi (130 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 656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is 656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does 656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns 656 AV-704/ 706 RD over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.