US Bridges

702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2.2S1.5E FC(702T-652/654) · Structure no. C007413610P

Built
1981
44 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
138 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1981 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 5 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2041. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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Carries702 TR-652 / 654 a
CrossesWalnut Creek
Location2.2S1.5E FC(702T-652/654)
RouteCounty Highway 0P136
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0111, -95.5697
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.5 US tons
Inventory rating16.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length138 ft (42.1 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2021)
Projected traffic65 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is 702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is 702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek?

The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns 702 TR-652 / 654 a over Walnut Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.