US Bridges

714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek

PoorPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3S2W Barada (714-650/651) · Structure no. C007411440

Built
1915
110 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
128 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1915, so it is 110 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2033. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Carries714 RD-650 / 651 a
CrossesGoolsby Creek
Location3S2W Barada (714-650/651)
RouteCounty Highway 114
Coordinates40.175, -95.6203
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating17.6 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2003)
Projected traffic42 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek built?

It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025.

What condition is 714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does 714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns 714 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.