US Bridges

714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 4S Shubert (714-647/648A) · Structure no. C007411432

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
2000 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries714 RD-647 / 648 a
CrossesStream
Location4S Shubert (714-647/648A)
RouteCounty Highway 114
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1748, -95.6825
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating19.8 US tons
Inventory rating12.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.3 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.9 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2000)
Projected traffic25 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 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 714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is 714 RD-647 / 648 a 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2000 count).

How long is 714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns 714 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.