US Bridges

660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 73/159 3.1S8.8E(660-S703) · Structure no. C007406105P

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
356 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
255
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 255 vehicles a day, projected to reach 332 by 2041. The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

Carries660 Bl-South 703TR
CrossesBig Nemaha River
Location73/159 3.1S8.8E(660-S703)
RouteCounty Highway 3625
Coordinates40.0138, -95.4355
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length356 ft (108.5 m)
Longest span134 ft (40.8 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic255 (2022)
Projected traffic332 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 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 660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is 660 Bl-South 703TR 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 660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River carry?

About 255 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River?

The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 660 Bl-South 703TR over Big Nemaha River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.