US Bridges

714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3S1.2E Bar (714-654/655A) · Structure no. C007411450

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19 by 2041. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries714 RD-654 / 655 a
CrossesHalfbreed Creek
Location3S1.2E Bar (714-654/655A)
RouteCounty Highway 114
Coordinates40.1752, -95.5535
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.9 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2022)
Projected traffic19 by 2041
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is 714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 714 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.