US Bridges

647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 1.7E Salem (647-706/707L) · Structure no. C007413505

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 90 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 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).

Carries647 AV-706R/707LN
CrossesBig Nemaha River Tributa
Location1.7E Salem (647-706/707L)
RouteCounty Highway 135
Coordinates40.0692, -95.6905
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2023)
Projected traffic25 by 2040
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 647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is 647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does 647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa?

The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 647 AV-706R/707LN over Big Nemaha River Tributa?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.