US Bridges

703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 7.5S1.5W DAW(703-636/638) · Structure no. C007413605

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, 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 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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Carries703 RD-636B / 638A
CrossesSpring Creek
Location7.5S1.5W DAW(703-636/638)
RouteCounty Highway 136
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0151, -95.8643
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating19.8 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2023)
Projected traffic51 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek built?

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

What condition is 703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 703 RD-636B / 638A over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.