US Bridges

706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3W Fc (706rd-647/648 Av) · Structure no. C007413035

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).

Carries706 RD-647 / 648 a
CrossesTrib to Big Nemaha River
Location3W Fc (706rd-647/648 Av)
RouteCounty Highway 130
Coordinates40.0584, -95.6714
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2022)
Projected traffic34 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed620.7 mi (999 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 706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is 706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does 706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 706 RD-647 / 648 a over Trib to Big Nemaha River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.